Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $198,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $57,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$198,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$11.5 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $58,600 the year before.
80% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $463,000 | 11 | $8.4 million |
| 2023 | $58,600 | 3 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $198,500 | 10 | $11.5 million |
How to apply
Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $150,000 |
| New York | 3 | $48,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Academy | Education | $57,500 |
| Harvard Unversity | Education | $50,000 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | Public welfare | $37,500 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Public welfare | $15,500 |
| Jewish News Service Inc | Education | $12,500 |
| Dana Farber Inc | Public welfare | $12,500 |
| Steppingstone Fdn | Public welfare | $10,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | Education | $1,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Public welfare | $1,000 |
| Congregation Rodeph Shalom Inc | Public welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Smith Berylson
- James Berylson
- Jennifer Block
- Elizabeth Katz
Questions people ask
Does Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation give?
$198,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Smith Berylson (Trustee), James Berylson (Trustee), Jennifer Block (Trustee) and Elizabeth Katz (Trustee).
What does Amy Smith and John G Berylson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.