Berru Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Berru Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hackensack, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $62,310 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$62,310
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $78,079 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $73,609 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2023 | $78,079 | 9 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $62,310 | 7 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Berru 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 Berru Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 4 | $19,560 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $12,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut College | Philanthropic | $30,000 |
| Zamir Choral Foundation | Philanthropic | $11,400 |
| Temple Emanu-El of Closter | Philanthropic | $9,150 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | Philanthropic | $5,000 |
| Kaplan JCC on the Palisades | Philanthropic | $3,600 |
| Jewish Book Council | Philanthropic | $2,660 |
| Congregation Bnai Israel of Fleisc | Philanthropic | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol W Kopelman
- Jody W Konstadt
- Jeffrey Weinflash
Questions people ask
Does Berru Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Berru Charitable Foundation give?
$62,310 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Berru Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol W Kopelman (Trustee), Jody W Konstadt (Trustee) and Jeffrey Weinflash (Trustee).
What does Berru Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.