Gertz Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gertz Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,050 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$245,050
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $229,560 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $208,800 | 19 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $229,560 | 19 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $245,050 | 21 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Gertz Family Charitable 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 Gertz Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 11 | $126,200 |
| Texas | 2 | $37,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $16,350 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Butler Hospital | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $25,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $25,000 |
| University of Ri Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| A Wish Come True Inc | Charitable | $16,200 |
| Shriners Hospital | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Susan G Komen for the Cure | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Brain Injury Association of Ri | Charitable | $7,750 |
| Action Against Hunger | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Amos House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Camp Jori | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Erica Deberardis Memorial Charity Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Temple Sinai | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Coventry Lumber Charitable Foundation | Charitable | $3,250 |
| Classical High School | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Impact 100 SRQ | Charitable | $1,100 |
| Button Hole | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Stillpoint Mission | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Gertz
- Sandra Gertz
Questions people ask
Does Gertz Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gertz Family Charitable Foundation give?
$245,050 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Gertz Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Gertz (Trustee) and Sandra Gertz (Trustee).
What does Gertz Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.