The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hopkins, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $12,000. 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$30,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$695,808
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $24,800 | 8 | $590,040 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 12 | $633,728 |
| 2025 | $30,500 | 10 | $695,808 |
How to apply
The Frank & Toby Berman 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 The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $20,200 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | General operating support | $12,000 |
| Israel | General operating support | $5,400 |
| Jewish Fed of Palm Springs Desert A | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Eisinhower Health and Hospital | General operaton support | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | General operating support | $1,800 |
| McCallum Foundation | General operation support | $1,000 |
| U of MN Ramin Fund | general operations | $1,000 |
| Individual | General operations | $800 |
| Individual | General operation support | $500 |
| Individual | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Berman
- Toby Berman
Questions people ask
Does The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation give?
$30,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Berman (Director) and Toby Berman (Director).
What does The Frank & Toby Berman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.