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This program supports innovative, independent research from emerging investigators around the world to advance scientific understanding in areas of unmet medical need, including virology, oncology, and liver disease. It aims to incorporate new perspectives and diverse voices into scientific research.
The Gilead Foundation provides funding to nonprofit organizations to advance programs that promote education equity, health equity, and community resilience. The foundation focuses on addressing the social determinants of health and mitigating root causes of health inequities through systemic change. Key initiatives include the Healing Hunger Initiative and various STEM education and workforce pipeline programs.
Gilead Sciences Foundation is a private corporation based in FOSTER CITY, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Gregg Alton. It holds total assets of $161.9M. Annual income is reported at $112M. Total assets have grown from $2.5M in 2011 to $161.9M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of education. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2019 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in North Carolina, California and New York. According to available records, Gilead Sciences Foundation has made 131 grants totaling $44.5M, with a median grant of $100K. Annual giving has grown from $554K in 2020 to $39.5M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $7.5M, with an average award of $340K. The foundation has supported 66 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Delaware, Florida, which account for 69% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$34K
Median Grant
$63K
Average Grant
$69K
Largest Grant
$150K
Based on 8 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Gilead Sciences Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of education. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 131 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, DE, FL.
Gilead Sciences Foundation has distributed a total of $44.5M across 131 grants. The median grant size is $100K, with an average of $340K. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $7.5M.
Gilead Sciences Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Gilead Sciences Foundation is headquartered in FOSTER CITY, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valerie Brown | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Merdad Parsey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joydeep Ganguly | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Teri Wielenga | SECRETARY AND TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Keeley Wettan | BOARD CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Korab Zuka | PRESIDENT (THROUGH OCT 1, 2022) | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jyoti Mehra | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alex Kalomparis | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Andrew Dickinson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$161.9M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$161.6M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
131
Total Giving
$44.5M
Average Grant
$340K
Median Grant
$100K
Unique Recipients
66
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony FoundationCREATING COMMUNITY GATEWAYS TO STABILITY | San Francisco, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| America Online Giving Foundation2022/23 GIVING TOGETHER DONATION | Newark, DE | $7.5M | 2022 |
| The Oakland Public Education FundTECH EXCHANGE 2022: SUSTAINABLE DIGITAL EQUITY FOR THE BAY AREA | Oakland, CA | $1.1M | 2022 |
| Oakland Fund For Public InnovationHEALING VIOLENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY AND SCHOOLS | Oakland, CA | $1M | 2022 |
| Yellow Work IncYELLOW - GROWTH & SCALING | Virginia Beach, VA | $1M | 2022 |
| Xavier University Of LouisianaDISRUPTING OBSTACLES TO EDUCATION: THE GILEAD-XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA STUDENT PROMISE FOR LOUISIANA | New Orleans, LA | $1M | 2022 |
| St Johns Well Child And Family Center IncDISRUPTING THE SCHOOL TO PRISON PIPELINE BY ADDRESSING ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ST. JOHNS COMMUNITY HEALTH AND THE COMPTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT | Los Angeles, CA | $1M | 2022 |
| Kqed IncADVANCING EDUCATION AND HEALTHY OUTCOMES THROUGH MEDIA LITERACY AND YOUTH MEDIA | San Francisco, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| City Of Foster Cityestero Municipal Improvement DistrictFOSTER CITY RECREATION CENTER | Foster City, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| Samaritan HouseSAMARITAN HOUSE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Mateo, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| Forward ImpactNARRATIVES THAT BIND US: HOW STORYTELLING CAN DISRUPT THE SCHOOL-TO-PRISON PIPELINE, AND REIMAGINE YOUTH INCARCERATION | Los Angeles, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center IncWORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COMMUNITIES TO PROMOTE STUDENT HEALTH & WELLBEING BY ADVANCING EDUCATION EQUITY | Montgomery, AL | $500K | 2022 |
| Morehouse CollegeSTRENGTHENING A SENSE OF BELONGING TO IMPROVE HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR BLACK MALES | Atlanta, GA | $500K | 2022 |
| Kingmakers Of OaklandFALL FORUM CONFERENCE | Oakland, CA | $260K | 2022 |
| LifemovesSAN MATEO COUNTY GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Menlo Park, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| East Bay Community Law CenterADDRESSING THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF COVID-19 IN EAST BAYS COMMUNITIES OF COLOR | Berkeley, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Eastside College Preparatory School IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT 2021-22 | E Palo Alto, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| The Trevor Project IncTHE TREVOR PROJECT'S LIFE-SAVING CRISIS SERVICES | West Hollywood, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Pulse Of PerseverancePULSE OF PERSEVERANCE MENTORING APP | Country Club Hills, IL | $214K | 2022 |
| Brown University Of ProvidenceTARGETING SCHOOL FUNDS TO INCREASE HEALTH PROSPERITY THROUGH EDUCATIONAL EQUITY | Providence, RI | $200K | 2022 |
| All Stars Project IncYOUTH PROGRAM SUPPORT: DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL FOR YOUTH & DEVELOPMENT COACHING PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $150K | 2022 |
| Science From Scientists IncIN-SCHOOL MODULE-BASED (ISMB) STEM ENRICHMENT PROGRAM CALIFORNIA | Bedford, MA | $150K | 2022 |
| Uk Online Giving Foundation2022 GILEAD GIVING TOGETHER DONATION (EUROS) | — | $132K | 2022 |
| Fresh Lifelines For Youth IncPEER POINT | Milpitas, CA | $125K | 2022 |
| Latino Education Advancement FoundationLEAF CENTER FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS | Milpitas, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Ayudando Latinos A SonarFOOD PANTRY / GENERAL OPERATING | El Granada, CA | $100K | 2022 |