The Western Urological Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Western Urological Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Ana, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $59,950 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $21,950. 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$59,950
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$21,950
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $55,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $55,000 | 14 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $59,950 | 15 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Western Urological 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 Western Urological Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California. It also paid $1,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $44,450 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Regents of Uc | Ucsf research grants | $21,950 |
| Uc Regents | Resident scholar award | $6,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Urology Academy | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| Kaiser Permanente la | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| Ohsu Urology | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| Uc Irvine Urology | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| Uc San Diego | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| University of Arizona | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| University of Utah | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| University of Washington | Resident scholar award | $3,000 |
| Society for Women in Urulogy | Scientific research | $2,000 |
| Naval Medical Ctr San Diego | Resident scholar award | $1,500 |
| Stanford University | Resident scholar award | $1,500 |
| Uc Los Angeles | Resident scholar award | $1,500 |
| University of Alberta | Resident scholar award | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Harcharan Gill
- Christopher Kane
- Siamak Daneshmand
- Christopher Desantis
- Blake Hamilton
- Eugene Ree
Questions people ask
Does The Western Urological Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Western Urological Foundation give?
$59,950 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Western Urological Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harcharan Gill (President), Christopher Kane (Vice Preside), Siamak Daneshmand (Secretary) and Christopher Desantis (Executive Di) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Western Urological Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.