Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077
Preselected recipients only
Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.7 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $922,996 and the largest $927,996. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$922,996
- Largest grant$927,996
- Assets$79,186
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $158,100 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $211,100 | 3 | $3.5 million |
| 2023 | $142,500 | 3 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $158,100 | 3 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $3.7 million | 4 | $79,186 |
How to apply
Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 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 Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $3.7 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Michigan | To promote education through capital grants and/or operational funding to the school of music, theatre and dance, musculoskeletal medicine, and the university musical society, and academic support for student athletes. | $927,996 |
| Wayne State University | To promote education through grants and other scholarly activities, including a long-term annual student scholarship program (four $12,500 grants) to yearly attract and retain four highly credentialed students to the law school with an accompanying commitment by the law school to maintain such scholarships in succeeding years based upon academic performance. Funding for "plain english for lawyers" pamphlet provided to all first-year law students and support for medical school program.. | $927,996 |
| Jewish Community Center | To promote year around programming for families, continue to expand and diversify local programs and provide the finest events and services where everyone is welcome regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, ability or financial status. | $917,996 |
| Temple Beth El | Grants to support jewish unity and enrich jewish life | $917,996 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $922,996.
Who runs Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077?
Its 2025 filing lists Alan Schwartz (Trustee).
What does Charles H Gershenson Tr UA 081077 fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.