Gerald & Roberta Franklin | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 41-2255597
Foundation Overview
Based in San Geronimo, CA, Gerald & Roberta Franklin has awarded 187 grants totaling $3,144,050 to organizations in District of Columbia, New York and 12 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $75,000, with a median award of $15,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
10 of 36 recipients (28%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 30% in New York and funding distributed across 14 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within New York, funding concentrates in New York (84%), Purchase (14%), Brooklyn (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 925% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (47%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Gerald & Roberta Franklin's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| African Wildlife Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| American Cancer Society | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Blue Ridge Humane Society | $15,000 | Hendersonville, NC, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Brandeis College | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Family Support Network | $20,000 | Orange, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $30,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| New York City Ballet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Oxfam | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $15,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $45,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Seva Foundation | $10,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Solomon Guggenheim Museum | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Thirteenwnet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| United Way Of Jackson County | $30,000 | Medford, OR, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Wildcare | $55,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| American Cancer Society | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Blue Ridge Humane Society | $15,000 | Hendersonville, NC, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Brandeis College | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Family Support Network | $20,000 | Orange, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $30,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| New York City Ballet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Oxfam | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $15,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $45,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Seva Foundation | $10,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Solomon Guggenheim Museum | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Thirteenwnet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| United Way Of Jackson County | $30,000 | Medford, OR, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Wildcare | $55,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Brandies College | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Grassroots International | $15,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Blueridge | $20,000 | Blue Ridge, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2023 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $10,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| National Parks Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $25,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Wildcare | $25,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Brandies College | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Grassroots International | $15,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Blueridge | $20,000 | Blue Ridge, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2023 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $10,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| National Parks Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $25,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Wildcare | $25,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $15,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Cancer Society | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Diabetes Association | $15,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Antioch College | $15,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2022 |
| Brandies University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Grassroots International | $15,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Blueridge | $20,000 | Blue Ridge, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $10,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| National Parks Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| New York City Ballet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| No Kid Hungry | $5,150 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Oxfam | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $10,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $25,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Seva Foundation | $10,000 | Berkley, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Thirteenwnet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $15,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $15,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Cancer Society | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Diabetes Association | $15,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Antioch College | $15,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2022 |
| Brandies University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Grassroots International | $15,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Blueridge | $20,000 | Blue Ridge, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $10,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| National Parks Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| New York City Ballet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| No Kid Hungry | $5,150 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Oxfam | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $10,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $25,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Seva Foundation | $10,000 | Berkley, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Thirteenwnet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $15,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $15,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Cancer Society | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| American Diabetes Association | $15,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Antioch College | $15,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $15,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2022 |
| Brandies University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Grassroots International | $15,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Blueridge | $20,000 | Blue Ridge, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Association | $10,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| National Parks Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| New York City Ballet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| No Kid Hungry | $5,150 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Oxfam | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $10,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Rainbow Shelter For Homeless Women | $25,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Seva Foundation | $10,000 | Berkley, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Thirteenwnet | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $15,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $8,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| American Cancer Society | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Antioch College | $10,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Brandeis University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Grassroots International | $10,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Lymphona Research Foundation | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| National Parks Foundation | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| New York City Ballet | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Purchase College Foundation | $10,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Thirteenwnet | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $10,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Arthritis Foundation | $20,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Doantion | 2021 |
| Reedville Presbyterian Church | $15,100 | Aloha, OR, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $7,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| American Cancer Society | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| American Diabetes Association | $5,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Antioch College | $15,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| American Ballet Theatre | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Grassroots International | $10,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Lymphona Research Foundation | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| National Parks Foundation | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| New York City Ballet | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Purchase College Performing Arts Museum | $5,000 | Purchase, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Thirteenwnet | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Uja Organization Of Williamsburg And North Brooklyn | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $10,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Brandeis University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Ywca Of Greater Portland | $75,000 | Portland, OR, US | Support Of Friends Of Seasonal And Service Workers | 2018 |
| National Parks Conservation Assoc | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support Of Ongoing Programs | 2018 |
| Antioch College | $10,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Fund Ongoing Programs | 2018 |
| Grassroots International | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | Support Of Global Projects | 2018 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $10,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Support For Wounded Veterans | 2018 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | $10,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Funding For Research | 2018 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Fund Ongoing Programs | 2018 |
| Antioch College | $15,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | In Support Of Daily Operations | 2017 |
| Grassroots International | $8,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | To Fund Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Fund Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| National Parks Conservation Assoc | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Fund Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| American Ballet Theater | $500 | New York, NY, US | To Support Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | To Support Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $10,000 | Topeka, KS, US | To Support Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | $10,000 | Memphis, TN, US | To Fund Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| Brandeis University | $25,000 | Waltham, MA, US | To Support Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| Performing Arts Center Foundation | $5,000 | Purchase, NY, US | To Support Ongoing Programs | 2017 |
| National Parks Conservation Asso | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support For National Parks Conservation | 2016 |
| Grassroots International | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | Funding For Globaljustice And Social Change | 2016 |
| Antioch College | $10,000 | Yellow Springs, OH, US | Funding For Education Program | 2016 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | $10,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Support For Injured Veteran | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 41-2255597 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 465 MEADOW WAY San Geronimo, CA 94963-3620 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Gerald & Roberta Franklin's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Leslie Franklin |
|---|---|
| Vice President / Treasurer | David Franklin |
Forms 990-PF
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