Roger K Berle Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Roger K Berle Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,200 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $15,000. 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$91,200
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$866,590
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $100,450 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $82,550 | 33 | $874,640 |
| 2024 | $100,450 | 40 | $879,709 |
| 2025 | $91,200 | 30 | $866,590 |
How to apply
Roger K Berle Charitable Trust 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 Roger K Berle Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 28 | $89,700 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Public Broadcasting | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine | Charitable | $10,000 |
| University of Southern Maine Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Charitable | $9,200 |
| Portland Parks Conservancy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Portland Symphony Orchestra | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Preble Street Resource | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cliff Island Corp for Ace | Charitable | $3,500 |
| The Island Institute | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Friends of Fort Gorges | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Full Plates Full Potential | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Maine Coast Fishermens Association | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Portland Trails | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Waynflete School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| 317 Main Community Music Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Earthjustice | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Portland Media Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Space Gallery | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Maine Monitor | Charitable | $1,000 |
| University of Southern Maine | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Camden Conference | Charitable | $500 |
| Falmouth Memorial Library | Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of Casco Bay | Charitable | $500 |
| Learning Works | Charitable | $500 |
| Maine Audubon Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Maine Conservation Alliance | Charitable | $500 |
| Maine Island Trail Association | Charitable | $500 |
| Noble & Greenough School | Charitable | $500 |
| Salt Institute at Maine College of Art | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger K Berle
Questions people ask
Does Roger K Berle Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roger K Berle Charitable Trust give?
$91,200 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Roger K Berle Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger K Berle (Trustee).
What does Roger K Berle Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.