About Us

The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation is located in Palm Desert, California. The Berger Foundation is a catalyst to help others achieve their goals and demonstrate that success can be achieved by mutual cooperation, clear goals and steadfast determination. The foundation only considers grants submitted by trustees and staff. Upholding the values and interests of Mr. and Mrs. Berger, the Foundation seeks out organizations and programs that “help people help themselves” and often awards financial and real estate support for educational, health and social services. The Foundation encourages collaboration among agencies whenever possible.

Back Row:  Michael B. Rover, Michael Stutz, Catharine N. Reed, Joseph K. Glassett, Darrell Burrage, Francis Wong

Front Row:  Douglass A. Vance, Joan C. Kalimanis, Christopher M. McGuire

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Christopher M. McGuire, Chairman

Douglass A. Vance

Michael B. Rover

Catharine N. Reed

Joan C. Kalimanis

Darrell Burrage

Francis Wong

Michael Stutz

OFFICERS

Christopher M. McGuire, President

Douglass A. Vance, Executive Vice President

Catharine N. Reed, Vice President – Charitable Programs

Michael B. Rover – Vice President – General Counsel

Joseph Glassett, Vice President – Finance

Joan C. Kalimanis – Secretary/Treasurer