Berkshire United Way Inc
Berkshire United Way Inc is a public charity based in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It brings together resources, community partners, leaders, and volunteers to support people and strengthen families in Berkshire County, with investments in nonprofit organizations and collaborative initiatives.
Berkshire United Way Inc at a glance
In short: Berkshire United Way Inc gave $1.0M across 31 grants in 2025 (avg $33K), mostly in Massachusetts. 26% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,029,500
- +2.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 31
- +14.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $33,210
- -10.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $5,555,142
- -0.8% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 26% first-time grantees (8 of 31, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Berkshire United Way Inc
- Review Cycle
- The application timeline lists March 10 at midnight as the application deadline for the regular grant process.
- Deadline
- The application timeline lists March 10 at midnight as the application deadline for the regular grant process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 200 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201-6807
Phone: (413) 442-6948
Website: https://berkshireunitedway.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Berkshire United Way Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was 18 Degrees Inc ($90K). Together the top 10 received $590K.
Grant Size Distribution
212 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 194 grants of 212 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Berkshire United Way describes its work and grant eligibility in relation to Berkshire County. Its 2025 reported grant dollars all went to Massachusetts recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Berkshire United Way Inc open to new grantees?
26%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 8 of 31 grantees (26%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $16K; repeat grants $39K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $35K repeat.
- 74% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+0%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2023) to $2.9M (2020). In 2025 it made 31 grants totaling $1.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Degrees Inc Pittsfield, MA | Early Childhood Development/Positive Youth Development/Economic Prosperity | $90,000 |
| Elizabeth Freeman Center Inc Pittsfield, MA | Early Childhood Development/Positive Youth Development/Economic Prosperity | $75,000 |
| Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center Inc Pittsfield, MA | Early Childhood Development/Positive Youth Development | $75,000 |
| Child Care of the Berkshires Inc North Adams, MA | Early Childhood Development/Economic Prosperity | $70,000 |
| Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity Pittsfield, MA | Economic Prosperity | $65,000 |
| Berkshire County Head Start Child Development Program Inc Pittsfield, MA | Early Childhood Development | $45,000 |
| Berkshire Hills Regional School District Stockbridge, MA | Positive Youth Development | $45,000 |
| Greenagers Inc South Egremont, MA | Positive Youth Development | $45,000 |
| Lee Youth Association Lee, MA | Early Childhood Development | $40,000 |
| Pediatric Development Center Inc Pittsfield, MA | Early Childhood Development | $40,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,555,142 | $2,402,859 | $2,392,354 | $1,029,500 | 31 | $390,639 |
| 2024 | $5,602,065 | $2,347,008 | $2,289,047 | $1,001,500 | 27 | $113,797 |
| 2023 | $5,419,415 | $2,179,320 | $2,315,950 | $1,000,000 | 27 | $180,682 |
| 2022 | $4,999,831 | $2,166,848 | $2,192,781 | $1,029,500 | 40 | $138,561 |
| 2021 | $5,732,714 | $2,714,855 | $2,615,531 | $1,471,900 | 87 | $118,059 |
| 2020 | $5,141,982 | $4,759,625 | $4,118,602 | $2,941,114 | 127 | $481,878 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Berkshire United Way’s mission is to ignite the collective power of individuals and organizations to build a stronger and more equitable community where everyone can thrive. Its current grant application materials identify three priority areas: household stability and financial mobility; early childhood and youth development, including preparation for school and career; and mental health and quality of life.
Its grants support local organizations working in these areas. For example, 18 Degrees describes its mission as championing access, opportunity, belonging, and well-being. Child Care of the Berkshires describes providing child care and family support services, including home visiting focused on positive parent interactions and early literacy. Greenagers describes preparing young people for work and life through paid jobs and education in conservation, sustainable farming, and related trades. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own work.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, Berkshire United Way reported 31 grants totaling $1,029,500. Grants ranged from $6,000 to $90,000, with a median award of $30,000. All reported grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts. The largest reported awards included $90,000 to 18 Degrees Inc; $75,000 each to Elizabeth Freeman Center Inc and Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center Inc; $70,000 to Child Care of the Berkshires Inc; and $65,000 to Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity.
Community Impact grants provide general operating support to local nonprofits for two years. Funded partners are expected to report demographic and performance-outcome information midyear and at year end; the organization also states that it conducts site visits to funded nonprofits at least annually. The regular application process asks applicants to select performance measures aligned with a priority area and commit to related goals. The application page states that the process for the July 1, 2025–June 30, 2027 grant period is closed and that the maximum request is $80,000.
The Venture Fund supports a portion of urgent or high-priority projects and initiatives serving Berkshire County residents. Eligible applicants may include nonprofits, public agencies, neighborhood associations, and new or emerging groups; some may require a fiscal agent. Requests may not exceed $10,000 annually. Organizations may apply once per year and cannot receive Venture Fund support for more than two years. Applicants are required to meet with the organization’s president and CEO to discuss moving forward. Funded organizations must report how funds were allocated and develop a strategy for sustaining the project without Berkshire United Way support over the longer term.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Laurie Gallagher as chair; Krystle Blake as vice chair; Jaime Campbell as treasurer; and Rachel Melendez-Mabee as clerk. Directors listed are Teri Billington, Matthew Kirchner, Barbara Guido, David Reinhart, Melissa Orazio, and Henry Botzum.
Berkshire United Way Inc is led by Laurie Gallagher, Chair since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 22 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Laurie Gallagher
Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$11K (2022) → $0 (2025)
John Twaddle
Finance & Administrator Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$3K (2025)
Barbara Guido
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Reinhart
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Kirchner
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Daltrey Turner
Director
Director - Starting → Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Henry Botzum
Director
Director - Starting → Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian Horan
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Harrington
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William Demarco
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Orazio
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Teri Billington
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Arthur Milano
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Beth Mitchell
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Predrotti
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Obasohan
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephanie Storie
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy O'Donnell
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gretchen Fairfield
Finance & Administrator Manager
Finance & Administrator Manager-Start → Finance & Administrator Manager-St, 2024
Finance & Administrator Manager-St → Finance & Administrator Manager, 2025
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$23K (2023) → $49K (2025)
Jaime Campbell
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Melendez-Mabee
Clerk
Director → Clerk, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Krystle Blake
Vice Chair
Director Starting → Director & Clerk, 2023
Director & Clerk → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (25)
- Former: Thomas Bernard (2025) — President & CEO · Filing note: Thru 62825
- Former: Christopher Montferret (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Michael Stoddard (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Patricia Callahan (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Tom Bernard (2022–2024) — President & CEO
- Former: Jason Cuyler (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Jason Ostrander (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Warren Dews (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Melissa Loiodici-Walker (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Jennifer Cosica (2023) — Contracted CFO
- Former: Candace Winkler (2020–2022) — President & CEO -
- Former: Charles Leach III (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Christina Wynn (2020–2022) — Clerk
- Former: Jennifer Glockner (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Sam Smith (2020–2022) — Board Clerk -
- Former: Valerie Schueckler (2020–2022) — Director of Finance -
- Former: Veronica Torres Martin (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Bill Demarco (2022) — Director - Starting
- Former: Alycia Sacco-Duquette (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Christopher Smith (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Douglas McNally (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Richard Rowe (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Ursula Maloy (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Kristine Hazzard (2020) — CEO
- Former: Peter Marchetti (2020) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $131K, to Thomas Bernard Thru 62825 (President/CEO). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Berkshire United Way Inc
How much does Berkshire United Way Inc give each year?
Berkshire United Way Inc gave $1.0M across 31 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $1.0M across 27 grants.
What is Berkshire United Way Inc's typical grant size?
Berkshire United Way Inc's median grant in 2025 was $30,000, and its average grant was $33,210, across 31 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Berkshire United Way Inc that year got $16K on average.
Where does Berkshire United Way Inc give grants?
Berkshire United Way Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Pittsfield, MA (15 grants), Great Barrington, MA (5 grants) and Lee, MA (2 grants).
Does Berkshire United Way Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on Berkshire United Way Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Positive Youth Development" (12 grants), "Early Childhood Development" (5 grants) and "Innovative Programing" (4 grants).
Who are Berkshire United Way Inc's largest grantees?
Berkshire United Way Inc's largest 2025 grantees include 18 Degrees Inc ($90,000), Elizabeth Freeman Center Inc ($75,000) and Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center Inc ($75,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Berkshire United Way Inc?
Berkshire United Way Inc reported $5.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.4M.
What does Berkshire United Way Inc fund?
Berkshire United Way’s mission is to ignite the collective power of individuals and organizations to build a stronger and more equitable community where everyone can thrive. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Berkshire United Way Inc?
Berkshire United Way Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check berkshireunitedway.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Berkshire United Way Inc's EIN?
Berkshire United Way Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-2104841. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 13, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS December 3, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 15, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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