Gordon Ross Medical Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gordon Ross Medical Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $381,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $47,625. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$381,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$47,625
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $320,000 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $300,000 | 23 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 23 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $381,000 | 25 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
Gordon Ross Medical 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 Gordon Ross Medical Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $47,625 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $240,875 |
| New York | 1 | $22,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $22,500 |
| Idaho | 3 | $21,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $16,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calif Institute of Technology | Biology department | $47,625 |
| City of Hope | Diabetes research | $47,625 |
| Huntington Medical Research Fdn | Capital campaign | $47,625 |
| St Michael's Hospital Foundation | Medical scholarships | $47,625 |
| Ada National Office | Diabetes research | $22,500 |
| JDRF | Research | $22,500 |
| Joslin Diabetes Center | Diabetes research | $16,000 |
| USC Advancement Gift Services | Outreach program | $16,000 |
| St Luke's Wood River Foundation | Compassionate care program | $10,000 |
| Community Memorial Health System | Hospital construction | $10,000 |
| Individual | Diabetes outreach program | $10,000 |
| Livingston Memorial | Education and client services | $10,000 |
| The Diatribe Foundation | Diabetes research | $10,000 |
| Ventura College Foundation | Nursing scholarships | $7,000 |
| Cal State University Channel Island | Education | $7,000 |
| Camp Conrad Chinnock | Diabetes camping & education services | $7,000 |
| Hospice Palliative Care of the Wood | Client services | $6,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | Outreach program | $6,000 |
| Gales Creek Camp Foundation | Outreach program | $5,500 |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Fdn | Pediatric icu | $5,000 |
| Boise State University Fdn | Nursing scholarships | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Diabetes research as related to cf | $5,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Outreach program | $5,000 |
| Lions Clue Diabetes Camp | Outreach program | $3,000 |
| Taking Control of Your Diabetes | Diabetes education | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victoria Pinkerton
- Mrs Jeffrey Cook
- Mrs Stephen Malkmus
- Lauren Cook Swartz
Questions people ask
Does Gordon Ross Medical Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gordon Ross Medical Foundation give?
$381,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gordon Ross Medical Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Victoria Pinkerton (President), Mrs Jeffrey Cook (Secretary), Mrs Stephen Malkmus (Vice President) and Lauren Cook Swartz (Director).
What does Gordon Ross Medical Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.