The J & E Berkley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The J & E Berkley Foundation is a private foundation in Crozet, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $255,750 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$255,750
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $175,000 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $155,000 | 38 | $5.2 million |
| 2023 | $175,000 | 48 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $255,750 | 50 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
The J & E Berkley 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The J & E Berkley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 48 | $253,250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,250 |
| New York | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | Community services | $15,000 |
| Albemarle Housing Improvement Progr | Community services | $10,000 |
| Augusta Health Foundation | Community services | $10,000 |
| Georgia's Friends Inc | Community services | $10,000 |
| Reclaimed Hope Initiative | Social services | $10,000 |
| The Haven | Social services | $10,000 |
| Virginia Center for the Creative Ar | The arts | $10,000 |
| Central Virginia Legal Aid Society | Social services | $7,500 |
| City of Promise | Community services | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Community services | $7,500 |
| Open Doors Inc | Community services | $7,500 |
| Rivanna Conservation Alliance | Conservation | $7,500 |
| The Women's Initiative | Mental health | $7,500 |
| Innisfree Inc | Community services | $6,000 |
| The Front Porch | The arts | $6,000 |
| Animal Care Assistance Program | Community services | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Casa | Social services | $5,000 |
| Carter G Woodson Institute | Education | $5,000 |
| Charlottesville Free Clinic | Community services | $5,000 |
| Community Services Housing | Community services | $5,000 |
| Depaul Community Resources | Community services | $5,000 |
| Green Dogs Unleashed | Community services | $5,000 |
| Holiday Lake 4H Educational Center | Education | $5,000 |
| Hospice of the Piedmont | Community services | $5,000 |
| Ivy Creek Foundation | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Piedmont Casa | Social services | $5,000 |
| Ready Kids | Social services | $5,000 |
| Region Ten Community Services | Community services | $5,000 |
| Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary | Social services | $5,000 |
| Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Bridge Ministry Inc | Social services | $5,000 |
| Virginia Institute of Autism | Education | $5,000 |
| Wildlife Center of Virginia | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Worksource Enterprises | Community services | $5,000 |
| Backpacks of Love Inc | Community services | $4,500 |
| Botanical Garden of the Piedmont | Community services | $3,000 |
| Charlottesville Tomorrow | Community services | $3,000 |
| COMPUTERS4KIDS | Community services | $2,500 |
| Alpha Phi Omega | Social services | $2,000 |
| NAMI Blue Ridge Charlottesville Inc | Social services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean B Baum
- Christopher R Pasmore
Questions people ask
Does The J & E Berkley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J & E Berkley Foundation give?
$255,750 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The J & E Berkley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jean B Baum (President) and Christopher R Pasmore (Foundation M).
What does The J & E Berkley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and environment and conservation.