Berkley Family Foundation FKA Tension Envelope Foundation
Historical FunderKansas City, Missouri · EIN 44-6012554 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,000 and $59,700.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | WILLIAM BERKLEY |
|---|---|
| Address | 819 EAST 19TH STREET, KANSAS CITY MO 64108 |
| Phone | 8164713800 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION IS A LETTER OR REQUEST |
| Deadlines | SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 15 |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATION MUST BE QUALIFYING TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid to organizations in which the jewish faith is supported. names and address of each organization are avaialbe upon… | $92,300 |
| Community - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid to organizations that benefit the communities in which they serve. names and address of each organization to which a… | $59,700 |
| United Way - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid to the united way to assist in the communities in which they serve. names and address' are available upon request. | $31,325 |
| Medical - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid to organizations to medicine is the primary focus. names and address of organizations are avaiable upon request. | $22,700 |
| Education - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid to organizations that promote education and higher learning. names and address of each organization are available upon… | $12,000 |
| Arts - See Attached | Kansas City, MO | All grants were paid in support the arts. names and address of each organization are available upon request. | $7,450 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $225,475 | 6 |
| 2023 | $191,525 | 7 |
| 2022 | $227,816 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621049349100327
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 44-6012554
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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