Berger Edwin L-Charitable Tr
Invitation OnlyPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 27-6136306 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$292K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$6.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
90% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selfhelp Community Services Inc | New York, NY | General operating | $50,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center | Warrington, PA | General operating | $32,000 |
| America-Israel Culture Foundation | New York, NY | General operating | $25,000 |
| Birthright Israel | New York, NY | General operating | $25,000 |
| Red Rover | Sacramento, CA | General operating | $25,000 |
| The Blue Card | New York, NY | General operating | $25,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | New York, NY | General operating | $25,000 |
| Pets for the Elderly Foundation | Cleveland, OH | General operating | $25,000 |
| Paws of War | Nesconset, NY | General operating | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Pasadena, CA | General operating | $25,000 |
| Long Island Feline Adoption Center | Ennis, TX | General operating | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $292,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $327,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $256,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349102550
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-6136306
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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