Berkeley Public Library Foundation
The Berkeley Public Library Foundation (BPLF) amplifies the public investment to make a great public library extraordinary. To that end, we provide vital funds and ongoing advocacy to advance the Library's mission, vision, and strategic goals. We offer the resources needed for innovations, literacy projects, and building improvements that are not already covered by taxes or government funding.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.7M
+6.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$105K
+36.2% YoY
Grant Count
2
+100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$52K
-31.9% YoY
About Berkeley Public Library Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Berkeley Public Library Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in BERKELEY, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $1.7M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $105K. Net investment income was $43K.
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 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,723,365 | $1,616,118 | $1,576,075 |
| Revenue | $562,291 | $546,588 | $505,560 |
| Expenses | $487,168 | $474,874 | $561,890 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $43,221 | $43,816 | $19,249 |
| 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 2 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Berkeley Public Library ($63,500), Yes on X for Libraries Commit ($41,351).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Public Library Berkeley, CA | Library Improvements | $63,500 |
| Yes on X for Libraries Commit Berkeley, CA | Library Advocacy | $41,351 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy Huff | Executive Dir. | 40 | $113,005 |
| Mary O'Neill | President | 2 | — |
| Christa Aboitiz | President | 2 | — |
| Leslie Teicholz | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Santhi Analytis | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Tienne Lee | Director | 2 | — |
| Deepti Doshi | Director | 1 | — |
| Catherine Dower | Director | 1 | — |
| Erin McMahon-Lyman | Director | 1 | — |
| Libby Hadzima Perkins | Director | 2 | — |
| Lauren Schiller | Director | 1 | — |
| Christine Staples | Director | 1 | — |
| Jennifer Tang | Director | 1 | — |
| Autumn Woish | Director | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Public Library Foundation?
Berkeley Public Library Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in BERKELEY, CA. It holds $1.7M in total assets as of 2025.
How large is Berkeley Public Library Foundation?
As of 2025, Berkeley Public Library Foundation holds $1.7M in total assets with $562K in annual revenue. It awarded 2 grants totaling $105K in 2025.
Where does Berkeley Public Library Foundation operate?
Berkeley Public Library Foundation has awarded grants in California.
What size grants does Berkeley Public Library Foundation award?
In 2025, Berkeley Public Library Foundation awarded 2 grants totaling $105K — an average of about $52K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Berkeley Public Library Foundation's EIN?
Berkeley Public Library Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-3280180. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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