Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $112 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1.9 million and the largest $20.0 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$112 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1.9 million
- Largest grant$20.0 million
- Assets$251 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12.5 million the year before.
63% 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 | $12.5 million | 6 | $268 million |
| 2024 | $112 million | 8 | $251 million |
How to apply
Michelson Medical Research Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $40.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The UCLA Foundation - Ciii | To fund ciii for the microbiome and rapid vaccine development institute | $20.0 million |
| The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc | BENEFIT OF ANIMALS THROUGH MULTIPLE ANIMAL WELFARE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING THE MICHELSON PRIZE AND GRANTS IN REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY, THE MICROCHIPPING PROGRAM, THE ADOPTION PROGRAM, THE START-UP ACCELERATOR PROGRAM, THE SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM AND OTHERS TOWARD The Michelson Found Animals FOUNDATION, INC.'S PURPOSE OF REDUCING EUTHANASIA RATES IN LOS ANGELES AREA ANIMAL SHELTERS. | $8.3 million |
| Michelson Philanthropies Inc | carry forth programs and provide administrative support for affiliate Foundations, the Michelson 20MM Foundation and the Michelson Found Animals Foundation. | $8.2 million |
| The Michelson 20MM Foundation Inc | Carry forth multiple educational programs, including educational and success programs, future of work and workforce development programs, smart justice programs, programs to increase educational awareness on topics related to intellectual property, and programs intended to support private-sector solutions to issue within the education sector. | $2.7 million |
| Ca Institute for Immunology & Immunology | To cover legal and other expenses until the organization established its funding | $1.0 million |
| The Milken Institute | Infrastructure to facilitate knowledge and resources to advance economic and social mobility. | $100,000 |
| The Uc Regents (UCLA) | Ucla medical hospitality program | $8,700 |
| The Surgery Education Fund (Fund 15) | Medical-surgery education support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Karlin Michelson M D
- David Cohen
- Alya Michelson
Questions people ask
Does Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc give?
$112 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1.9 million.
Who runs Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Karlin Michelson M D (Director, President & Co-Chair), David Cohen (Secretary/Cfo) and Alya Michelson (Director & Co-Chair).
What does Michelson Medical Research Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and health.