Cultural and Civic Institutions

The Newton and Rochelle Becker Charitable Trust supports civic, cultural, and community-based organizations that make our home state of California a better place to live, work, and grow.

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Featured Grantees

Los Angeles Philharmonic

The LA Phil is redefining what an orchestra can be, harnessing the transformative power of live music to build community, foster intellectual and artistic growth, and nurture the creative spirit. Led by Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, this internationally renowned orchestra takes audiences on sweeping musical journeys through electrifying performances, cutting-edge music education, and innovative community engagement programs.

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco

The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, comprised of the de Young and Legion of Honor museums, is the largest public arts institution in San Francisco and one of the largest in the United States. As a public entity, it provides high quality exhibitions, education and outreach to both visitors and the surrounding communities. 

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital is a world-renowned institution and a leader in innovative healthcare and medical treatments, consistently ranked one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation. The hospital’s new state-of-the-art, 183-bed facility offers emergency care and specialty outpatient services, covering virtually all pediatric conditions, including cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders, organ transplants and orthopedics as well as the care of critically ill newborns.