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Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in BERKELEY, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2003. The principal officer is Alba Witkin. It holds total assets of $10M. Annual income is reported at $801K. Total assets have grown from $7K in 2011 to $12M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation has made 556 grants totaling $8.4M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $1.6M and $3.4M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $3.4M distributed across 230 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $110K, with an average award of $15K. The foundation has supported 171 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in California and Pennsylvania. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$16K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 98 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 556 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, PA.
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $8.4M across 556 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $15K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $110K.
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation is headquartered in BERKELEY, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kuchman | PRESIDENT AND CEO | $205K | $0 | $205K |
| Stella Ngai | BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David Bonelli | BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cheri Mezzapelle | CHAIR, AUDIT COMMITTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Troy L Nunley | BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lisa Karplus | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mary Friedman | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brenda Harbin-Forte | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$2.2M
Total Assets
$12M
Fair Market Value
$20.6M
Net Worth
$12M
Grants Paid
$1.8M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.2M
Distribution Amount
$979K
Total: $1.9M
Total Grants
556
Total Giving
$8.4M
Average Grant
$15K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
171
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side By SideREAL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM | San Anselmo, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Legal Services For ChildrenLAW SCHOOL PRACTICUM AND INTERN PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $110K | 2023 |
| St Vincent'S Day HomeGENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| Regents Of The University Of California - Goldman School Of Public PolicyFELLOWSHIP PROGRAM | Berkeley, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| AdvokidsINVESTIGATIVE PROJECT | Corte Madera, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Regents Of The University Of California - UcbgEDUCATIONAL OUTREACH PROGRAMS | Berkeley, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Blue Skies For ChildrenTUITION SUPPORT/MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Bahia IncGENERAL PRESCHOOL SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of The East BayANNUAL FUND/APPRENTICESHIP PRGM. | Richmond, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Bay Area Community ResourcesMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES TO BERKELEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS | El Cerrito, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Berkeley Public Schools Fund2025 SPONSORSHIP | Berkeley, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| East Bay Children'S Law OfficesGENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Mount Diablo Unified School DistrictGENERAL SUPPORT | Concord, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Beyond EmancipationCOMMUNITY HOUSING PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT AND PARENTING MOMS | Oakland, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Center For Early Intervention On DeafnessSUNSHINE INCLUSIONARY PRESCHOOL | Berkeley, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Sutter Bay HospitalsMENTAL HEALTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| We Care Services For ChildrenGENERAL SUPPORT | Concord, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Soar For YouthGENERAL SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| East Bay Agency For ChildrenHAWTHORNE FAMILY R. CENTER AND TNS | Oakland, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Legal Aid Association Of CaliforniaLSFN SUPPORT/FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $22K | 2023 |
| California Supreme Court Historical SocietyBE WITKIN ORAL HISTORY PROJECT | Fresno, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Lincoln FamiliesEARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Early Childhood Mental Health ProgramGENERAL SUPPORT | Richmond, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Bay Area Community ServicesFOSTER YOUTH SERVICES | Oakland, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Step One SchoolSCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Shelter Inc Of Contra Costa CountyMOUNTAIN VIEW EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER | Concord, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S CenterST. MARY'S PRESCHOOL PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Safe PassagesSCHOOL SITE SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Alameda Family ServicesEARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Alameda, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| TandemGENERAL SUPPORT AND Y-EB PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Nia House PreschoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Berkeley SymphonyMUSIC IN THE SCHOOLS PROGRAM | Berkeley, CA | $18K | 2023 |
| Kala Art InstituteARTISTS-IN-SCHOOLS (AIS) PROGRAM | Berkeley, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Center For Youth Development Through LawGENERAL SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Fred Finch Youth CenterRISING OAKS PROGRAM | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Family Violence Law CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Youth AliveGENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Coco KidsGENERAL SUPPORT | Concord, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul Contra Costa CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | Pittsburg, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Mindful Life ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | Richmond, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Casa Of Sonoma CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | Kenwood, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Casa Of Contra Costa CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | Concord, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Project AvaryPROGRAMS FOR EAST BAY CHILDREN | San Rafael, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Centro Legal De La RazaYOUTH LAW ACADEMY | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Oakland LeafGENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Alameda County Community Food BankCHILDREN'S FOOD PROGRAMS | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Casa Of Alameda CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | San Leandro, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Playworks Northern CaliforniaEAST BAY PROGRAMS | Oakland, CA | $13K | 2023 |
| Regents Of The University Of California - Uc Berkeley LawGENERAL SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $11K | 2023 |
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