Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Geronimo, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $410,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$410,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was up from $260,000 the year before.
72% 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 | $260,000 | 12 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $410,000 | 18 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable 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.
What Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $85,000 |
| New York | 6 | $80,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $45,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildcare | Charitable donation | $55,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Rainbow Shelter for Homeless Women | Charitable donation | $45,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | Charitable donation | $30,000 |
| United Way of Jackson County | Charitable donation | $30,000 |
| Brandeis College | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Family Support Network | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Blue Ridge Humane Society | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Oxfam | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Purchase College Foundation | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Solomon Guggenheim Museum | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| New York City Ballet | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Seva Foundation | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Thirteenwnet | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie Franklin
- David Franklin
Questions people ask
Does Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation give?
$410,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leslie Franklin (President) and David Franklin (Vice President / Treasurer).
What does Gerald & Roberta Franklin Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and education.