Berro Family Foundation Inc
Berro Family Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation designated as a 501(c)(3) organization. The foundation operates two separate entities: one based in Long Beach, California (EIN: 47-2409562, established March 2015) and another based in Boca Raton, Florida (EIN: 47-3294956, established September 2015). Both are family foundations focused on philanthropic giving.
Key facts about Berro Family Foundation Inc
- EIN
- 47-2409562
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $177,132
- Grants made (2025)
- 26
- Average grant
- $6,813
- Median grant
- $5,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 16% first-time grantees (4 of 25, 2025)
- Primary geography
- California (77% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The Long Beach foundation does not respond to unsolicited applications for funding. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Berro Family Foundation Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Berro Family Foundation Inc's 26 itemized 2025 grants were California (77%), District of Columbia (11%) and New York (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Long Beach, CA (10 grants), Los Angeles, CA (4 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants). None of its 26 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Is Berro Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
16%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 4 of 25 grantees (16%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$177K
+17.9% YoY
Grant Count
26
-35.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$7K
+81.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Long Beach foundation primarily funds work aimed at stopping gun death and injury through research, education, advocacy, and collaboration. It also provides funding for the protection of the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
The Boca Raton foundation's specific focus areas are not detailed in available sources, though it maintains similar grantmaking activities.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$1,000–$20,000
Average Grant
amount: $25,000–$26,000
How to Apply
The Long Beach foundation does not respond to unsolicited applications for funding. The Boca Raton foundation does not accept unsolicited applications and operates on an invite-only basis.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Long Beach foundation primarily funds work in California, the District of Columbia, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 26 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Long Beach Foundation (EIN: 47-2409562)
As of December 31, 2023:
- Total assets: $2,962,070
- Total revenues: $32,375
- Total expenses: $160,104
- Total liabilities: $0
Boca Raton Foundation (EIN: 47-3294956)
As of December 31, 2023:
- Total assets: $1,490,000
- Total revenues: $90,400
- Total expenses: $216,000
- Total liabilities: $0
As of December 31, 2024:
- Total assets: $1,400,000
- Giving rate: 12.5% of assets
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| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 4, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
124 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Temple Israel ($25,036), American Civil Liberties Union ($25,000), University of Southern California ($11,700).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TEMPLE ISRAEL Long Beach, CA | JEWISH TEACHING AND SERVICES IN LONG BEACH | $25,036 |
| AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION Orange, CA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PROTECTION OF THE US CONSTITUTION AND THE BILL OF RIGHTS | $25,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Los Angeles, CA | PROVIDE FUNDING TO USC | $11,700 |
| UNICEF USA New York, NY | PROVIDE FUNDING TO HUMANITARIAN AID FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS | $10,750 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS Boone, IA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, DISASTER RELIEF AND EDUCATION IN THE USA. | $10,500 |
| ANTI DEFAMATION LEAGUE Newport Beach, CA | PROVIDE FUNDING TO STOP THE DEFAMATION OF THE JEWISH PEOPLE AND SECURE JUSTICE AND FAIR TREATMENT. | $10,000 |
| CCEJ Long Beach, CA | PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE YOUTH PROGRAMS IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY | $10,000 |
| CITY OF HOPE Duarte, CA | PROVIDE FUNDING FOR RESEARCH AND TREATMENT OF MEDICAL CARE AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | $10,000 |
| WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN Washington, DC | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR MEALS IN THE WAKE OF NATURAL DISASTERS | $10,000 |
| LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK Los Angeles, CA | PROVIDE FUNDING TO MOBILIZE RESOURCES IN THE COMMUNITY TO ALLEVIATE HUNGER | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Long Beach Foundation:
- Jack Berro – Director/President
- Binnie S Berro – Director/Chief Financial Officer
- Denise Berro – Director/Vice President
- Michele Berro – Director/Secretary
All officers serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Berro | Director/President | — | — |
| Binnie S Berro | Director/Chief Financial O | — | — |
| Denise Berro | Director/Vice President | — | — |
| Michele Berro | Director/Secretary | — | — |
Contact Information
Long Beach Foundation:
- Address: 4047 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807-2616
- Telephone: 562-427-0961
Boca Raton Foundation:
- Address: 6274 NW 23rd Way, Boca Raton, FL 33496-3610
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Berro Family Foundation Inc fund?
The Long Beach foundation primarily funds work aimed at stopping gun death and injury through research, education, advocacy, and collaboration. It also provides funding for the protection of the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The Boca Raton foundation's specific focus areas are not detailed in available sources, though it maintains similar grantmaking activities.
How do I apply for a grant from Berro Family Foundation Inc?
The Long Beach foundation does not respond to unsolicited applications for funding. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Berro Family Foundation Inc make grants?
The Long Beach foundation primarily funds work in California, the District of Columbia, and New York.
What size grants does Berro Family Foundation Inc award?
In 2025, Berro Family Foundation Inc awarded 26 grants totaling $177K — an average of about $7K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Berro Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Berro Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2409562. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does Berro Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.