The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation
Preselected recipients only
The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation is a private foundation in Oceanside, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$64,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $49,250 | 14 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $54,000 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $64,500 | 21 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation 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 Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $45,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $6,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Providence College | Contribution | $6,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Ctr | Contrivution | $5,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Life for Gina Foundation | Contribution | $3,000 |
| North Shore Animal League | Contributions | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Animal Lifeline Inc | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Hudson Valley Animal Rescue Sanct | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Spcai International | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Wounded Paw Project | Contribution | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Paw Warriors Inc | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Contribution | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Paws of Honor | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Oceanside Fire Department | Contribution | $500 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Atonement | Contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon C Gabriel
- Stephen C Gabriel
Questions people ask
Does The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation give?
$64,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon C Gabriel (President) and Stephen C Gabriel (Directortreas).
What does The Frank & Gertrude Kaiser Foundatation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and animals.