Berger Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Berger Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,551 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$24,551
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$391,447
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,675 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,535 | 9 | $347,902 |
| 2024 | $23,675 | 12 | $358,545 |
| 2025 | $24,551 | 12 | $391,447 |
How to apply
Berger Family 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 Berger Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $22,051 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Other Under 1000 | Other charitable interests | $3,950 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Support fine arts | $3,000 |
| Chilmark Town Affairs Council | Support organization's purpose. | $2,500 |
| Harbor Homes Martha's Vineyard | Support organization's purpose. | $2,000 |
| YMCA of Marthas Vineyard | Support youth activities | $1,500 |
| Peregrine Fund | Support organization's purpose. | $1,500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Foundat | Support organization's purpose. | $1,101 |
| Hospice of Martha's Vineyard | Support organization's purpose. | $1,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Support organization's purpose. | $1,000 |
| Friends of Chilmark Preschool | Support organization's purpose. | $1,000 |
| Plan A Health | Support organization's purpose. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bonnie L Berger
- Merle J Berger
Questions people ask
Does Berger Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Berger Family Foundation give?
$24,551 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Berger Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bonnie L Berger (Director) and Merle J Berger (Director).
What does Berger Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.