Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation
The Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation is a private foundation based in Islip, New York. Its 2024 grants went to New York organizations and included support for first responders, youth sports, veterans, and medical purposes.
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation at a glance
In short: Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation gave $23K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $1K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $22,642
- -20.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- +6.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,332
- -25.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $813
- Total assets
- $26,945
- -66.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 286 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
33 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 33 grants of 33 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $23K (2024) to $29K (2023). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $23K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 17 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $22,642 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,945 | $77,935 | $130,928 | $22,642 | 17 | $22,642 |
| 2023 | $79,937 | $38,439 | $31,784 | $28,550 | 16 | $28,550 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations serving first responders and veterans, youth sports, and medical needs. Hooks for Heroes Inc., a 2024 grantee, describes its own mission as supporting veterans and first responders through fishing trips for those coping with occupational stress.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $22,642 through 17 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $103 to $5,055, with a median grant of $813. Notable grants included $5,055 to 344 Foundation and $3,000 to G2H Foundation, both for first responders; $2,500 to Rockaway Youth Sports for youth sports; and $2,000 each to Johnny Mac Foundation for first responders and Hooks for Heroes to sponsor fishing trips for veterans and first responders.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Casey Gerhard as president, Lynn Gerhard as vice president, Kristi Gerhard as secretary, and Helanie Larsen as treasurer. Trustees listed are Joe Villani, Mike Peacock, Dennis Brennan, Anthony Pizzo, Owen McCaffery, and Bruce Gerhard.
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation is led by Casey Gerhard, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Casey Gerhard
President
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Anthony Pizzo
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Bruce Gerhard
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Dennis Brennan
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Joe Villani
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Mike Peacock
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Owen McCaffery
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Helanie Larsen
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Kristi Gerhard
Secretary
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Lynn Gerhard
Vice President
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation
How much does Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation give each year?
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation gave $23K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $29K across 16 grants.
What is Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation's typical grant size?
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $813, and its average grant was $1,332, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation give grants?
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 17 grants with a stated purpose on Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Aid First Responders" (6 grants).
How large is Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation?
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation reported $27K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $78K.
What does Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation fund?
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations serving first responders and veterans, youth sports, and medical needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation's EIN?
Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-4048489. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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