Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $743,308 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $743,308 and the largest $743,308. 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$743,308
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$743,308
- Largest grant$743,308
- Assets$17.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $758,498 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $758,498 | 1 | $16.2 million |
| 2024 | $743,308 | 1 | $17.5 million |
How to apply
Ronald and Catherine Gershman 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 Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $743,308 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Best Friends Animal Society No-KillPet Adoption Ctr | Saving dogs and cats from high-kill shelters pet adoptions some exps paid for benefit of BFAS | $743,308 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald A Gershman
- Catherine Gershman
Questions people ask
Does Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation give?
$743,308 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $743,308.
Who runs Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald A Gershman (Trustee) and Catherine Gershman (Trustee).
What does Ronald and Catherine Gershman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and housing and homelessness.