The Beran Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Beran Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tenafly, New Jersey. In tax year 2023 it gave $208,793 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,650 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$208,793
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,650
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2023 was up from $105,367 the year before.
60% of its 2023 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 | $105,367 | 35 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $208,793 | 25 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Beran 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 Beran Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $103,600 |
| New York | 12 | $27,700 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $22,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $21,148 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $7,345 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Israel Education Foundatio | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Duke University Fuqua SC | Unrestricted | $22,000 |
| Brandeis University | Unrestricted | $15,148 |
| Israel Heart 2 Heart | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Unrestricted | $8,700 |
| Washington University | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Benjamin Cardozo School of Law | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ne'eman Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Solomon Schecter Bergen Cty | Unrestricted | $4,420 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Accuracy in Media (Aim) | Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| The Frisch School | Unrestricted | $2,650 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Unrestricted | $2,300 |
| Anti Defamation League | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| American Jewish Committee (Ajc) | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Boston University Hillel | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jewish on Campus Org | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jewbelong | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Jewish Congress | Unrestricted | $675 |
| JDC | Unrestricted | $575 |
| Rabbi Brusso Descretionary Fund | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Temple Emanu-El | Unrestricted | $275 |
| Magen David Adom | Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel Beran
- Deborah Beran
- Chaya Lottner
- Sara Spindel
- Mindy Satsky
Questions people ask
Does The Beran Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Beran Family Foundation give?
$208,793 in tax year 2023, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,650.
Who runs The Beran Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Samuel Beran (Trustee), Deborah Beran (Trustee), Chaya Lottner (Trustee) and Sara Spindel (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Beran Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.