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Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation is a private trust based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Ronald Gershman. It holds total assets of $16.4M. Annual income is reported at $2.5M. Total assets have grown from $11.7M in 2011 to $16.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation has made 10 grants totaling $4.1M, with a median grant of $375K. The foundation has distributed between $1.3M and $1.5M annually from 2020 to 2022. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $1.5M distributed across 4 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $75K to $1.3M, with an average award of $410K. The foundation has supported 7 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in California. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100K
Median Grant
$375K
Average Grant
$364K
Largest Grant
$605K
Based on 4 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.
Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 10 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA.
Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation has distributed a total of $4.1M across 10 grants. The median grant size is $375K, with an average of $410K. Individual grants have ranged from $75K to $1.3M.
Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is Not applicable. Not applicable.
Ronald And Catherine Gershman Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald A Gershman | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Catherine Gershman | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$16.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$16.4M
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
10
Total Giving
$4.1M
Average Grant
$410K
Median Grant
$375K
Unique Recipients
7
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Friends Animal Society No-Killpet Adoption CtrSaving dogs and cats from high-kill shelters pet adoptions some exps paid for benefit of BFAS | Los Angeles, CA | $617K | 2022 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterContinue to pioneer lifesaving medical research and offer education programs. | Los Angeles, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| Rape FoundationRe sexual assault victims, medical and mental health services. Forensic exams. | Santa Monica, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Usc Fbo Heal Program Keck Medical SchoolEducation, scholarships, research. | Los Angeles, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Bosana Foundation UsEmpower marginalized youth through access to education and other programs. | Los Angeles, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| University Of So Cal Heal ProgramEducation, scholarships, research. | Los Angeles, CA | $100K | 2021 |
| See Supplement In Pdf AttachmentSee Supplement in pdf attachment | Culver City, CA | $1.3M | 2020 |
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LOS ANGELES, CA
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