The BFF Friendship Foundation
Accepts applications
The BFF Friendship Foundation is a private foundation in Villanova, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $8,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$70,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $64,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $56,000 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $64,000 | 17 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 16 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David M Milberg 27 Tyler Lane, Villanova, PA 19085 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 716-2924 |
| What to submit | Written request |
What The BFF Friendship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 10 | $46,000 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $6,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County | Unrestricted charitable donation | $8,000 |
| Congregation or Shalom | Unrestricted charitable donation | $8,000 |
| Friends of Jerry Segal | Unrestricted charitable donation | $8,000 |
| Kesher Israel Synagogue-Pre Schooolkindergarten | Unrestricted charitable donation | $8,000 |
| Booktrust | Unrestricted charitable donation | $7,000 |
| Chai Lifeline | Unrestricted charitable donation | $6,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted charitable donation | $5,000 |
| One Simple Wish | Unrestricted charitable donation | $4,000 |
| Plant A Seed Inspire A Dream Foundation | Unrestricted charitable donation | $4,000 |
| Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program | Unrestricted charitable donation | $3,000 |
| Michael's Way | Unrestricted charitable donation | $2,500 |
| A Better Chance | Unrestricted charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Happiness Is Camping | Unrestricted charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Berwyn-Paoli Area Little League | Unrestricted charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Tredyffrin and Easttown Care | Unrestricted charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia | Unrestricted charitable donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Milberg
Questions people ask
Does The BFF Friendship Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The BFF Friendship Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The BFF Friendship Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David M Milberg (Managing Trustee).
What does The BFF Friendship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.