Berman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Berman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $17,000. 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$21,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$402,525
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,500 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,500 | 4 | $404,131 |
| 2024 | $21,500 | 3 | $402,525 |
How to apply
Berman 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 Berman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $19,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hill School | Annual giving | $17,000 |
| The Agnes Irwin School | Annual giving | $2,500 |
| St Timothy's School | Annual giving | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer B Scotese
- Robert V Scotese
- Joseph S Scotese Jr
Questions people ask
Does Berman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Berman Charitable Foundation give?
$21,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Berman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jennifer B Scotese (President/Treasurer), Robert V Scotese (Vice President) and Joseph S Scotese Jr (Secretary).
What does Berman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.