The Heart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Heart Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake Village, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $400,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $400,000 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$400,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$400,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was down from $704,900 the year before.
0% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $704,900 | 3 | $8.5 million |
| 2023 | $400,000 | 1 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
The Heart 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Heart Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $400,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars Sinai Medical Center | Heart disease research | $400,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Litman
- Mark Sapiro
- Brian Weinhart
- Lisa Sapiro
- Neil Schimmel
- Eva Weingarten
- Catherine Mullaney
Questions people ask
Does The Heart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Heart Foundation give?
$400,000 in tax year 2023, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $400,000.
Who runs The Heart Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mark Litman (Chairman), Mark Sapiro (Treasurer), Brian Weinhart (Secretary) and Lisa Sapiro (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Heart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.