International Society for Heart Research
Preselected recipients only
International Society for Heart Research is a private foundation in Durham, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $179,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $60,500. 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$179,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$60,500
- Assets$3.4 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,000 | 3 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $9,500 | 7 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $179,250 | 13 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
International Society for Heart Research 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What International Society for Heart Research funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin. It also paid $123,300 in 8 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50,950 |
| California | 2 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ISHR European Section | Travel Awards | $60,500 |
| ISHR American Section | Travel Awards | $50,950 |
| ISHR Southeast Asian Section | Travel Awards | $23,450 |
| ISHR Section Australasian | Travel Awards | $23,200 |
| ISHR Latin American Section | Travel Awards | $10,500 |
| ISHR Japanese Section | Travel Awards | $1,650 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,500 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,500 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,500 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,500 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,000 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,000 |
| Individual | Honorarium | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Yoshihiko Saito
- Dr Asa Gustafsson
- Dr Jolanda van der Velden
- Dr Livia Hool
- Dr Federica Cuello
- Dr Jennifer Davis
- Dr Sean Davidson
- Dr John Elrod
- Dr Roger Foo
- Dr Ana-Maria Gomez
- Dr Derek Hausenloy
- Dr Yu Huang
- Dr Masaki Ieda
- Dr Nina Kaludercic
- Dr Timothy Kamp
Questions people ask
Does International Society for Heart Research accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does International Society for Heart Research give?
$179,250 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs International Society for Heart Research?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Yoshihiko Saito (Past President), Dr Asa Gustafsson (President), Dr Jolanda van der Velden (Secretary General) and Dr Livia Hool (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does International Society for Heart Research fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.