The Big Table Project Inc
To harness the power of food to create jewish community, build connections between israel and the diaspora, and nourish body and soul.
The Big Table Project Inc at a glance
In short: The Big Table Project Inc gave $3.2M across 4 grants in 2024 (avg $801K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,204,600
- +10.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 4
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $801,150
- -17.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $92,500
- Total assets
- $18,614,394
- +165.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (94% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Big Table Project Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Food Society ($3.0M). Together the top 4 received $3.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 2 grants of 7 (29%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.9M (2023) to $3.2M (2024). In 2024 it made 4 grants totaling $3.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Food Society New York, NY | General Support and Programming | $2,998,000 |
| Chabad of Martha's Vineyard Vineyard Haven, MA | Martha's Vineyard Jewish Cultural Festival | $100,000 |
| Hillel International Washington, DC | Israel Education Campus Tour | $85,000 |
| Sixpoint Inc St Petersburg, FL | Israel Content Development | $21,600 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,614,394 | $15,218,174 | $3,645,429 | $3,204,600 | 4 | $5,374 |
| 2023 | $7,005,006 | $10,726,651 | $3,730,289 | $2,895,000 | 3 | $-3,576 |
About The Big Table Project Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Big Table Project Inc is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Palm Beach, FL. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $18.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $3.2M. Net investment income was $5K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Big Table Project Inc is led by Karen Berman, President & Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 5 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Karen Berman
President & Director
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
$239K (2023) → $127K (2024)
Christopher Terry
Director
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Terry Kassel
Director
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deborah Hochberg
Secretary
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joshua Levine
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $127K, to Karen Berman (President/Director).
Frequently asked questions about The Big Table Project Inc
How much does The Big Table Project Inc give each year?
The Big Table Project Inc gave $3.2M across 4 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $2.9M across 3 grants.
What is The Big Table Project Inc's typical grant size?
The Big Table Project Inc's median grant in 2024 was $92,500, and its average grant was $801,150, across 4 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Big Table Project Inc give grants?
The Big Table Project Inc gives mostly in New York: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does The Big Table Project Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 25% of The Big Table Project Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Big Table Project Inc?
The Big Table Project Inc reported $18.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $15.2M.
What is The Big Table Project Inc?
The Big Table Project Inc is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Palm Beach, FL. It holds $18.6M in total assets as of 2024.
What is The Big Table Project Inc's EIN?
The Big Table Project Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-1430920. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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