The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $79,462 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,650 and the largest $11,493. 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$79,462
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,650
- Largest grant$11,493
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,218 the year before.
60% 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 | $79,218 | 22 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $79,462 | 26 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family 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 The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $31,749 |
| California | 14 | $27,737 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $8,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,550 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,276 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,800 |
| Illinois | 2 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Poetic | Supporting childhood cancer research | $11,493 |
| American Friends of Rambam Hospital | Contribute funds to non profit medical center for medical research and treatment of sudden cardiac death. | $10,000 |
| Jgive - Friends of Asor Fund USA | Support rehabilitation camp for young victims | $8,600 |
| Consumer Technology Association | Mission is to link seniors and disabled persons with technologies to enhance their lives. | $5,550 |
| Pef Israle Endowment Fund | Challenge program - helps children, adolescents and adults with physical and mental diabilities to rehabilitate themselves | $5,196 |
| Cancer Commons | Guide cancer patients to new cancer treatments | $5,150 |
| Chabad Israeli Community Center Los | Supporting non profit organization for helping needy individuals and for social and community programs | $4,308 |
| Oshman Family Jewish Comm Center | Supporting a non profit community organization for education and community services | $4,000 |
| Israel Gives | Israel-related charity | $3,980 |
| Swim Across America - Cancer Resear | Supporting Children Cancer Programs at UCSF Children Hospitals in San Francisco and Oakland, California | $3,276 |
| Stanford University | Swim for sara - gi cancer research fund | $3,000 |
| The Bay Area Friendship Circle | Create inclusion and friendship with those children and teens with special needs | $1,905 |
| American Israel Public Affairs Comm | Strengthen us-israel relationship | $1,800 |
| UCSF Cardiology Council | Training the next generation of cardiologists,performing research and caring for patients | $1,500 |
| Waterworld Swim for Sight | Provide free sight-restoring surgery for patients living with curable form of blindness | $1,364 |
| Silicon Valley Jewish FF | Support cultural community activities | $1,300 |
| Isreal American Council | Mission is to build an engaged and united israeli-american community that strenghthens the israeli and jewish indentity | $1,210 |
| Individual | Offers a community for those seeking a path to jewish spiritual and ethical practice | $1,000 |
| Southend Rowing 1873 Fund | Fund southend rowing club projects and assist members | $1,000 |
| United Hatzalah | Support the lifesaving efforts of united hatzalah of israel, the fastest emergency medical first response | $1,000 |
| That Man May See | Provide free sight-restoring surgery for patients living with curable form of blindness | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest | Feed hungy people by soliciting and distributing food. | $500 |
| Bach Dancing Dynamite Society | Promote artistic creativity, diversity and foster a love of the jazz art form | $500 |
| Pitchonlev | Campaign for israeli families and elderly affected by the war | $500 |
| International Fellowship of Christi | Building bridges between christians and jews by providing humanitarian care and aid | $250 |
| Israel Defense Forces | Eventbrite event to support this organization | $80 |
Officers and trustees
- Levy Gerzberg
- Liora Gerzberg
- Scott A Ross
Questions people ask
Does The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation give?
$79,462 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,650.
Who runs The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Levy Gerzberg (President), Liora Gerzberg (Cfo) and Scott A Ross (Secretary).
What does The Liora & Levy Gerzberg Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.