Children's Brain Disease Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Children's Brain Disease Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $507,664 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $57,500 and the largest $267,664. 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$507,664
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$57,500
- Largest grant$267,664
- Assets$12.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $557,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $557,000 | 10 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $507,664 | 6 | $12.7 million |
How to apply
Children's Brain Disease Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Children's Brain Disease Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $140,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $267,664 |
| Missouri | 1 | $65,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | To provide support for research and youth mental health services | $267,664 |
| University College of London | To provide support for academics and research | $90,000 |
| Washington University of St Louis | To provide support for battens disease research programs | $65,000 |
| Australian Chapter of Bdsra | To provide support for batten disease conference | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Metro Atlanta Leadership and Learning Center | To provide support for neurological and special needs programs | $25,000 |
| The Mexican Museum | To provide support for children with learning disabilities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean L Rider MD
- Richard D Rider
- Dean L Rider III
- Gracelynn Rider
Questions people ask
Does Children's Brain Disease Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Children's Brain Disease Foundation give?
$507,664 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $57,500.
Who runs Children's Brain Disease Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dean L Rider MD (President), Richard D Rider (Treasurer/Secretary), Dean L Rider III (Trustee) and Gracelynn Rider (Trustee).
What does Children's Brain Disease Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.