QueensCare is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit healthcare organization based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1897 by the Franciscan Sisters of Sacred Heart, QueensCare operates as a faith-based healthcare provider committed to delivering accessible, affordable medical care to low-income and uninsured residents of Los Angeles County. The organization employs approximately 50 staff members and operates through a seamless system of care that combines direct healthcare services with charitable grantmaking.
Key facts about QueensCare
- EIN
- 95-1644040
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $8,853,805
- Grants made (2025)
- 66
- Average grant
- $134,149
- Median grant
- $50,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 44% first-time grantees (29 of 66, 2025)
- Total assets
- $407,103,255
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
Who QueensCare funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for QueensCare's 66 itemized 2025 grants were California (100%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (42 grants), Pasadena, CA (3 grants), Montebello, CA (2 grants) and Culver City, CA (2 grants). None of its 66 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To fund outpatient healthcare services." (28 grants).
Is QueensCare open to new grantees?
44%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 29 of 66 grantees (44%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $63K; repeat grants $190K. How we count
Medians: $50K first-time, $100K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$407.1M
-17.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.9M
+58.3% YoY
Grant Count
66
-4.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$134K
+65.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: As a faith-based organization, QueensCare strives to provide, directly and in collaboration with others, accessible quality healthcare for low-income individuals and families residing in Los Angeles County.
Primary Service Areas: QueensCare serves low-income families and individuals living in Los Angeles County who have no health insurance, do not qualify for governmental health programs, and are below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The primary service area covers 10 zip codes in Los Angeles: 90004, 90005, 90006, 90020, 90026, 90027, 90028, 90029, 90038, and 90057.
Program Focus: QueensCare operates four divisions providing:
- Direct Healthcare Division: Inpatient and outpatient care, nursing services, and pastoral care
- Mobile Dental Program: Free dental treatment to low-income children and adults at Los Angeles Unified School District campuses and community sites, operated in partnership with the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
- Mental Health Services: Mental healthcare services coordinated with QueensCare Health Centers
- Charitable Division: Grants and scholarships to supplement healthcare services and support hospitals, health care agencies, and individuals working in low-income healthcare
Grantmaking
QueensCare makes grants through its Charitable Division to supplement the healthcare services it provides directly. Recent grant awards include:
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from $7,898 to $1,187,131.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
QueensCare focuses exclusively on Los Angeles County, with primary service areas in 10 specific zip codes in Los Angeles and a secondary service area covering additional neighborhoods in the county.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 66 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of June 2024:
- Total Assets: $496,164,000
- Total Revenue: $13,034,036
- Total Expenses: $20,883,184
- Total Liabilities: $13,000,000
- Program Expense Ratio: 88.88%
Tax Status: QueensCare has been tax-exempt since July 1959 (EIN: 95-1644040). The organization reported conflict of interest transactions in its June 2024 tax filing.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $407,103,255 | $496,164,000 | $458,003,000 |
| Revenue | $8,580,684 | $13,034,036 | $12,138,784 |
| Expenses | $23,207,267 | $20,883,184 | $19,562,827 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,790,185 | $6,937,060 | $5,350,881 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
294 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from QueensCare
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include ViaCare Community Health Center ($2,800,000), PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital ($569,373), White Memorial Medical Center ($519,085).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ViaCare Community Health Center East Los Angeles, CA | To fund outpatient healthcare services. | $2,800,000 |
| PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Los Angeles, CA | To fund emergency room services provided to uninsured patients residing in Los Angeles. | $569,373 |
| White Memorial Medical Center Los Angeles, CA | To fund emergency room services provided to uninsured patients residing in Los Angeles. | $519,085 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | To fund emergency room services provided to uninsured patients residing in Los Angeles. | $314,106 |
| Los Angeles General Medical Center Los Angeles, CA | To fund emergency room services provided to uninsured patients residing in Los Angeles. | $272,328 |
| Hope the Mission Van Nuys, CA | To fund outpatient healthcare services. | $185,000 |
| Scholas Ocurrentes USA Los Angeles, CA | To provide health related education or outreach to underserved populations residing in Los Angeles. | $185,000 |
| American Red Cross Los Angeles Region Los Angeles, CA | To provide health related education or outreach to underserved populations residing in Los Angeles. | $150,000 |
| Los Angeles LGBT Center Los Angeles, CA | To fund outpatient healthcare services. | $150,000 |
| St John's Community Health Los Angeles, CA | To fund outpatient healthcare services. | $150,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allan Michelena | Director | 2 | $4,000 |
| Alan Cushman | Chair | 10 | $10,750 |
| Bettie J Woods | Director | 2 | $5,750 |
| Denise Partamian Forgette | Director | 2 | $8,250 |
| Edward Avila | Director | 2 | $5,500 |
| Barry Peterson | Secretary | 10 | $3,500 |
| Frances Inman | Vice Chair | 10 | $6,500 |
| Haley English | Director | 2 | $3,750 |
| Javier Guerena | Director | 2 | $7,000 |
| Jeff Hermann | Director | 2 | — |
| Joseph Bui | Director | 2 | — |
| Rev Michael Mata | Director | 2 | $3,750 |
| Steven Aronoff | Director | 2 | $6,250 |
| Anna Sivak | Director | 2 | $2,500 |
| Barbara B Hines | CEO | 40 | $568,468 |
| Faith Lee | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $232,175 |
| Simidyan Araksi | Chief Innovation & Adm. Officer | 40 | $131,559 |
| Santa F Russell | Parish Nurse | 40 | $130,127 |
| Ana E Murillo | Parish Nurse | 40 | $133,975 |
| Maryam Sesay | Director of Operations | 40 | $141,289 |
| Cristina Sandoval | Mental Health Program Manager | 40 | $126,728 |
| Quynh T Duong | Optometrist | 40 | $148,866 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
QueensCare has been actively engaged in grantmaking to support healthcare initiatives across Los Angeles County. Recent grant announcements include awards to organizations focused on maternal health equity, patient transportation services, and specialized support programs for vulnerable populations. The organization also maintains an active scholarship program for individuals pursuing healthcare careers and organizations advancing low-income healthcare access.
Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awards $150K grant to EHS to advance maternal\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does QueensCare fund?
**Mission Statement:** As a faith-based organization, QueensCare strives to provide, directly and in collaboration with others, accessible quality healthcare for low-income individuals and families residing in Los Angeles County. **Primary Service Areas:** QueensCare serves low-income families and individuals living in Los Angeles County who have no health insurance, do not qualify for governmental health programs, and are below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The primary service area covers…
How do I apply for a grant from QueensCare?
QueensCare makes grants through its Charitable Division to supplement the healthcare services it provides directly. Recent grant awards include: • $150,000 grant to advance maternal health equity • $75,000 grant to PIH Health Foundation to expand free transportation services for patients across Los Angeles • $60,000 grant to Special Needs Network to support the Stepping Stones Program The organization also offers scholarships to individuals and organizations making a difference in low-income he…
Where does QueensCare make grants?
QueensCare focuses exclusively on Los Angeles County, with primary service areas in 10 specific zip codes in Los Angeles and a secondary service area covering additional neighborhoods in the county.
What size grants does QueensCare award?
In 2025, QueensCare awarded 66 grants totaling $8.9M — an average of about $134K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is QueensCare's EIN?
QueensCare's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-1644040. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.