The Russell Berrie Foundation
The Russell Berrie Foundation
TEANECK, NJ, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
22-2620908
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
The Russell Berrie Foundation
TEANECK, NJ, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
22-2620908
•
•
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
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The Russell Berrie Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
We identify visionaries, institutions and unsung heroes doing groundbreaking work, and we amplify their impact by providing financial and strategic support. We invest in areas that reflect our founder's passions and perspective, including diabetes care and research, Israel's cultural and economic vitality, interfaith bridge-building, elevating the profession of sales and strengthening community in New Jersey
Cause Areas
6
Foundations
Interfaith
Judaism
Education
Health
Arts and culture
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Populations
4
Israeli Community
People with diseases and illnesses
Interfaith groups
Jewish people
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
$14.3M
10%
JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY INC
$12.5M
9%
The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America
$6.5M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
174
Median 1st year grant
$16.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Russell Berrie Foundation?
No. The Russell Berrie Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Russell Berrie Foundation give?
The Russell Berrie Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Russell Berrie Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Russell Berrie Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $16 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Russell Berrie Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Russell Berrie Foundation awarded about 170 grants, totaling nearly $16 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Russell Berrie Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Russell Berrie Foundation awarded grants to about 280 grantees. Recent grantees include THE TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK, JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY INC, and The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Russell Berrie Foundation?
The Russell Berrie Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.