The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc
Accepts applications
The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc is a private foundation in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $451,184 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $76,842 and the largest $247,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$451,184
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$76,842
- Largest grant$247,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $856,829 the year before.
75% 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 | $1.2 million | 6 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $856,829 | 3 | $513,641 |
| 2025 | $451,184 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Patricia A Wolfe 11506 Valley Forge Circle Apt 1506, King of Prussia, PA 19406 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 517-6711 |
| What to submit | The CMREF does not have a formal application process to fund clinical research or educational projects. Interested parties should submit a Letter of Intent (maximum of two pages) that describes the project sufficiently so that the Research Advisory Committee can understand the proposed goals and methods. In addition, the letter should mention the length of time of the project and an estimated overall budget. |
| Restrictions | Preference will be given to proposals that have budgets below $100,000 and timelines less than two years. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Maryland. It also paid $297,500 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $153,684 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HVL Therapeutic | Phbi transition | $247,500 |
| University of Maryland School of Medicine | Overlooked cause of global cardiovascular death | $99,995 |
| Save A Child's Heart | Charity | $53,689 |
| Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute | To provide a global overview of the prevalence and aetiology of pvd and ph. Annual drug development symposium. | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart Rich M D
- Michael D Fishbein Esquire
- Chuck Samuelson
- Patricia A Wolfe
Questions people ask
Does The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc give?
$451,184 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $76,842.
Who runs The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart Rich M D (Director & President), Michael D Fishbein Esquire (Director & Treasurer), Chuck Samuelson (Director & Secretary) and Patricia A Wolfe (Executive Director).
What does The Cardiovascular Medical Research and Education Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.