Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc
Preselected recipients only
Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.9 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $267,500 and the largest $5.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.9 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$267,500
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,000 | 1 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $7.9 million | 6 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $35,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $7.2 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California San Francisco Foundation | Engineering a next-gen cell therapy for leiomyosarcoma | $5.0 million |
| La Jolla Institute for Immunology | Leiomyosarcoma research | $1.7 million |
| Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy | Immunotherapy research initiative | $500,000 |
| Israel Water Polo Association | General support | $35,000 |
| The Milken Institute | Accelerating therapy development for uterine leiomyosarcoma | $16,961 |
| Collier Services Foundation Inc | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter L Briger Jr
- Devon Briger
Questions people ask
Does Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc give?
$7.9 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $267,500.
Who runs Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter L Briger Jr (President/Treasurer/Director) and Devon Briger (Vice President/Secretary/Director).
What does Briger Foundation for Oncology Research Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.