Medical Excellence Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Medical Excellence Foundation is a private foundation in Nissequogue, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $546,261 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $145,000. 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$546,261
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$732,900
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $155,000 | 3 | $600,031 |
| 2024 | $546,261 | 8 | $732,900 |
How to apply
Medical Excellence 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 Medical Excellence Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $245,000 |
| California | 2 | $120,001 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,010 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $75,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | Research and development | $145,000 |
| Princeton University | Research and development | $100,010 |
| The Scripps Research | Research and development | $100,001 |
| Weil Medical Center | Research and development | $100,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Research and development | $50,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Conference sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Stanford Center for Medical Ce | Conference sponsorship | $20,000 |
| Project ALS Inc | Research and development | $6,250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Prufeta
- Kim Kamdar
- Joni Mancini
Questions people ask
Does Medical Excellence Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Medical Excellence Foundation give?
$546,261 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Medical Excellence Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Prufeta (President), Kim Kamdar (Vice President) and Joni Mancini (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does Medical Excellence Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and health.