Bari Milken Bernstein & Fred J Bernstein Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Monica, California · EIN 45-3190334 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$812K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$16.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $36,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
42% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Community centers & programs | $300,000 |
| Milken Institute | Santa Monica, CA | Higher ed & research inst. & progs | $100,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Seattle, WA | Community centers & programs | $58,000 |
| Los Angeles Ballet | Los Angeles, CA | Cultural, libraries & museums | $50,000 |
| Cteen Upper West Side Inc Unit 11741 | New York, NY | Human service programs | $36,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Community centers & programs | $36,000 |
| Bps Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Higher ed & research inst. & progs | $35,000 |
| Brentwood School | Los Angeles, CA | Preschool - 12th grade programs | $25,000 |
| Connect Israel | Los Angeles, CA | Community centers & programs | $25,000 |
| Berkeley Hillel | Berkeley, CA | Higher ed & research inst. & progs | $20,000 |
| Kipp Socal Public Schools | Los Angeles, CA | Preschool - 12th grade programs | $20,000 |
| Friends of Duvdevan | Southfield, MI | Community centers & programs | $18,000 |
| Jewish National Fund - Keren Kayemeth Leisrael | Van Nuys, CA | Community centers & programs | $18,000 |
| Temple of the Arts | Beverly Hills, CA | Community centers & programs | $18,000 |
| Israel Paralympic Committee | New York, NY | Community centers & programs | $15,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah Inc | New York, NY | Community centers & programs | $12,500 |
| Hualalai Ohana Foundation | Kailuakona, HI | Community centers & programs | $11,000 |
| Phase One | Los Angeles, CA | General research | $10,000 |
| Keep Memory Alive | Las Vegas, NV | General research | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $812,500 | 19 |
| 2023 | $787,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523179349100717
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-3190334
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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