The David Berg Foundation Inc

The David Berg Foundation's mission centers on:

• Strengthening Jewish institutions and preserving Jewish heritage and landmarks in the United States, Israel, and Europe
• Improving quality of life for the underserved and elderly, including services for elder abuse victims, domestic violence survivors, and low-income communities
• Providing greater access to cultural treasures through museum exhibitions, archives, and libraries
• Increasing engagement with Jewish values for wide audiences
• Combating antisemitism through security programs for synagogues and Holocaust education

Primary Program Areas

The foundation operates through five main program areas:

1. Museums, Exhibitions & Publications — Supporting conservation of Jewish artifacts, manuscripts, texts, and art; exhibitions about Jewish culture and heritage; and advancement of Jewish museums and libraries

2. Archives, Libraries & Scholarship — Encouraging the study of Jewish history and supporting Jewish cultural institutions

3. Combating Antisemitism — Funding security programs for synagogues and public education about the Holocaust and Jewish history

4. Legal Services — Supporting law school clinics and nonprofit organizations providing free civil legal services to low-income and underserved communities, with priority to those serving Jewish communities. Focus areas include elder abuse, domestic violence, and benefits/entitlements assistance

5. Jewish Community Assistance — Programs serving the elderly, including advance directives, palliative and hospice care, funerals and burials, and emergency medical services

The foundation has expanded its grantmaking portfolio to include emergency response, hospital aid, trauma relief, and international legal advocacy in response to recent global events.