Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation is a private foundation in Moorpark, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,290 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $25,000. 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$95,290
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$585,122
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $472,276 the year before.
44% 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 | $472,276 | 31 | $638,540 |
| 2024 | $95,290 | 18 | $585,122 |
How to apply
Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich 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 Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $36,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $19,480 |
| California | 6 | $17,850 |
| Arizona | 1 | $11,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,660 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $900 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Tikhons Orthodox Seminary | Contribution provided | $25,000 |
| Lift Up Uganda | Contribution provided | $19,480 |
| St Stevens Serbian Orthodox Cathedral | Contribution provided | $13,600 |
| FOCUS North America | Contribution provided | $11,000 |
| St Paisius Womens Monastery | Contribution provided | $11,000 |
| St Vladimirs Seminary | Contribution provided | $6,000 |
| Chi Omega Foundation | Contribution provided | $1,500 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Contribution provided | $1,500 |
| Western American Diocese | Contribution provided | $1,500 |
| Samaritans Purse | Contribution provided | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Contribution provided | $660 |
| International Orthodox Christian Charities | Contribution provided | $500 |
| Special Olympics Southern California | Contribution provided | $500 |
| The Leadership Institute | Contribution provided | $500 |
| Food Share Inc | Contribution provided | $500 |
| Judicial Watch | Contribution provided | $400 |
| Media Research Center | Contribution provided | $400 |
| Serbian United Benevolent Society | Contribution provided | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Obren B Gerich
- Marilyn M Gerich
- Carrie G Bullard
- Julia G Brankovic
- Brian D Bullard
- Alex Brankovic
Questions people ask
Does Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation give?
$95,290 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Obren B Gerich (President&Director), Marilyn M Gerich (Secretary&Director), Carrie G Bullard (Vice President & Dir) and Julia G Brankovic (Vice President & Dir) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Obren B & Marilyn M Gerich Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.