Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$155,016
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $8,000 | 8 | $164,754 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 6 | $155,016 |
How to apply
Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic 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 Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Free Clinic | Support medical education | $5,000 |
| Sutter Care at Home - Visiting Nurs | Support medical education | $3,000 |
| American College of Cardiology | Support medical education | $1,000 |
| Santa Rosa Grove Clinic | Support medical education | $1,000 |
| Santa Rosa Family Practice Residenc | Support medical education | $1,000 |
| CPMC Foundation | Support medical education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Kersh
- Joan Palmer
- Robert Belzer
- Abby Kersh
- Durga Madala
Questions people ask
Does Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation give?
$12,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Kersh (President), Joan Palmer (Vice President), Robert Belzer (Secretary) and Abby Kersh (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edward Kersh MD Education and Philanthropic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.