The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation is a public charity based in Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1964, it directs its charitable giving to local, national, and international programs.
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation at a glance
In short: The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation gave $7.0M across 69 grants in 2024 (avg $101K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $6,984,000
- +115.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 69
- +86.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $101,217
- +15.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $40,000
- Total assets
- $36,955,178
- -8.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (31% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd 1200, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: (323) 761-8700
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Community Foundation of LA ($2.1M). Together the top 10 received $4.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
158 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 78 grants of 158 (49%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 69 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $526K (2020) to $7.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 69 grants totaling $7.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Foundation of LA La, CA | general support | $2,105,000 |
| Electric Infrastructure Security | general support | $1,105,000 |
| Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Inc | general support | $300,000 |
| Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc | general support | $300,000 |
| Israel Emergency Alliance | general support | $200,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | general support | $165,000 |
| Jewish CommRelations Council of SF | general support | $110,000 |
| Custom and Craft Jewish Rituals Inc | general support | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater LA | general support | $100,000 |
| American Foreign Policy Council | general support | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36,955,178 | $6,211,718 | $7,906,783 | $6,984,000 | 69 | $6,211,123 |
| 2023 | $40,411,045 | $1,076,813 | $4,710,360 | $3,247,000 | 37 | $1,076,813 |
| 2022 | $40,337,850 | $2,247,423 | $3,632,246 | $2,680,000 | 32 | $2,245,444 |
| 2021 | $49,334,953 | $3,149,488 | $1,048,430 | $814,000 | 9 | $3,149,036 |
| 2020 | $43,801,791 | $1,377,515 | $667,616 | $526,100 | 11 | $1,377,515 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to direct charitable giving to local, national, and international programs. Its filing describes grants to domestic 501(c)(3) organizations that provide grants or other assistance to designated foreign organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 69 grants totaling $6,984,000. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $2,105,000, with a median of $40,000. All grants listed below were for general support. The largest recipients included the Jewish Community Foundation of LA ($2,105,000), Electric Infrastructure Security ($1,105,000), the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Inc. ($300,000), the Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc. ($300,000), and Israel Emergency Alliance ($200,000).
The foundation states that most grants are for one year. For multi-year grants made for a specified purpose, it prepares agreements with benchmarks; grantees must report in writing on fulfillment of those benchmarks before receiving the next installment.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Becker as president and director; Bryan Gordon as vice president and director; Marvin Schotland as secretary and director; Allan Cutrow and Mark Karlan as directors; Deborah Johnston as treasurer; and Ellen Rosen as assistant secretary.
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation is led by David Becker, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Becker
President & Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Allan Cutrow
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bryan Gordon
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Karlan
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marvin I. Schotland
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ellen Rosen
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deborah Johnston
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: David Carroll (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Robert Avery (2022) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation
How much does The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation give each year?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation gave $7.0M across 69 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $3.2M across 37 grants.
What is The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's typical grant size?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $40,000, and its average grant was $101,217, across 69 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation give grants?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's top state is California, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Does The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (69 of 69) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's largest grantees?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Jewish Community Foundation of LA ($2,105,000), Electric Infrastructure Security ($1,105,000) and Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Inc ($300,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation reported $37.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $6.2M.
What does The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to direct charitable giving to local, national, and international programs. Its filing describes grants to domestic 501(c)(3) organizations that provide grants or other assistance to designated foreign organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's EIN?
The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-4095134. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Newton D & Rochelle F Becker Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 11, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 10, 2023)
- 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 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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