The Berkeley FILM Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grant and educational program for independent filmmakers with a mission to nurture, sustain and preserve the thriving local film community while attracting the next generation of filmmakers.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$724K
+17.1% YoY
Revenue
$593K
-26.9% YoY
Net Investment Income
$5K
+8762.3% YoY
Expenses
$598K
+83.0% YoY
About Berkeley Film Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Berkeley Film Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in BERKELEY, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $724K in total assets. Net investment income was $5K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $724,180 | $618,248 | $134,908 |
| Revenue | $592,884 | $810,889 | $329,019 |
| Expenses | $597,727 | $326,621 | $370,750 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $4,697 | $53 | $800 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Berkeley Film Foundation
BFF: Documentary Grant
BERKELEY FILM FOUNDATION
Amount
US $2,500 - US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Narrative Short Film Grant - General Grants
BERKELEY FILM FOUNDATION
Amount
US $5,000 - US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Narrative Short Film Grant - Saul Zaentz Awards
BERKELEY FILM FOUNDATION
Amount
US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabella Miller | ProgramDirector | 40 | $89,808 |
| Abby Ginzberg | President | 2 | — |
| Richard Robbins | Vice President | 1 | — |
| Judith Wetterer | Secretary | 0.5 | — |
| Julia Robertson | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| John Gooding | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Paul Zaentz | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Nancy Skinner | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Cheryl Dunye | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Fredrica Drotos | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Dawn Valadez | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Film Foundation?
Berkeley Film Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in BERKELEY, CA. It holds $724K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Berkeley Film Foundation?
As of 2024, Berkeley Film Foundation holds $724K in total assets with $593K in annual revenue.
Where does Berkeley Film Foundation operate?
Berkeley Film Foundation has awarded grants in California, Massachusetts.
What is Berkeley Film Foundation's EIN?
Berkeley Film Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4484794. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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