Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found
Preselected recipients only
Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found is a private foundation in Rhinebeck, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $227,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$227,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $102,500 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 | $90,000 | 2 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $102,500 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $227,500 | 7 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $105,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $85,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $37,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Charitable | $85,000 |
| New York Abortion Access Fund | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Food Bank of the Hudson Valley | Contribution | $35,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Human Rights Campaign | Contribution | $17,500 |
| Grace Smith House | Contribution | $10,000 |
| WHMT Ed Telecomm | Contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Bereika
- Gerald Bereika
- Margaret Vetter
Questions people ask
Does Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found give?
$227,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Susan & Gerald Bereika Family Found?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Bereika (President/Dir), Gerald Bereika (Dir/Sec/Treas) and Margaret Vetter (Director).