Act For Nih Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 82-1130166
Foundation Overview
Based in Washington, DC, Act For Nih Foundation Inc has awarded 134 grants totaling $3,459,321 to organizations in Virginia, District of Columbia and 10 other states, plus international recipients. Individual grants range from $500 to $200,000, with a median award of $15,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
30 of 44 recipients (68%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 26% in District of Columbia and funding distributed across 13 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within District of Columbia, funding concentrates in Washington (100%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 77825% growth in annual giving over 5 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 healthcare (57%). 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 Act For Nih Foundation Inc'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaas | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2023 |
| Ahraham's House | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2023 |
| Docs International Health And Rescue Alliance | $1,800 | Norwalk, CT, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Children's Inn At Nih | $25,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | A Residential Respite For Families With Children, Teens, And Young Adults Participating In Leading Edge Research Studies At Nih. | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Inspire And Prepare Students Of Limited Economic Resources To Succeed In College And Lead Their Communities | 2023 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Pursuing A Cure For Cystic Fibrosis | 2023 |
| Foundation For Nih | $5,000 | North Bethesda, MD, US | Create And Lead Alliances And Public-private Partnerships That Advance Breakthrough Biomedical Discoveries And Improve The Quality Of Peoples Lives. | 2023 |
| Friends Cancer Research | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | Cancer Research And Advocacy | 2023 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2023 |
| Halo House Foundation | $11,500 | Houston, TX, US | Provide Temporary Affordable Housing To Those Seeking Treatment At Texas Medical Center | 2023 |
| Jonah's Gsd Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Increasing Support For Funding Of Gsd Research | 2023 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2023 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | $18,000 | Kensington, MD, US | Promote Cure For Pancreatic Cancer | 2023 |
| Montefiore | $10,000 | Bronx, NY, US | Academic Medical Center | 2023 |
| Research America | $26,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2023 |
| Rotary Club Of Houston Foundation | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Dedicated To Providing Civic-minded Men And Women With An Enjoyable And Organized Way To Make A Contribution To New York City And Needy Areas Of Our World | 2023 |
| Smile Train Nyc | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Providing Safe And Quality Cleft Care For 1.5 Million Children | 2023 |
| South Fork Natural History Museum | $10,000 | Bridgehampton, NY, US | Enhance Citizen Engagement With Nature Of Long Island's South Fork | 2023 |
| United Hatzalah Of Israel | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Providing Emergency Medical Services Throughout Israel | 2023 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2023 |
| Baylor College Medicine | $100,000 | Houston, TX, US | Create Knowledge And Apply Science And Discoveries To Further Education, Healthcare, And Community Service Locally And Globally. | 2023 |
| Campfire Circle | $1,326 | Toronto, ON, CA | Oncology Camp Supporting Kids And Families Affected By Childhood Cancer | 2023 |
| Aaas | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2023 |
| Ahraham's House | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2023 |
| Docs International Health And Rescue Alliance | $1,800 | Norwalk, CT, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Children's Inn At Nih | $25,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | A Residential Respite For Families With Children, Teens, And Young Adults Participating In Leading Edge Research Studies At Nih. | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Inspire And Prepare Students Of Limited Economic Resources To Succeed In College And Lead Their Communities | 2023 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Pursuing A Cure For Cystic Fibrosis | 2023 |
| Foundation For Nih | $5,000 | North Bethesda, MD, US | Create And Lead Alliances And Public-private Partnerships That Advance Breakthrough Biomedical Discoveries And Improve The Quality Of Peoples Lives. | 2023 |
| Friends Cancer Research | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | Cancer Research And Advocacy | 2023 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2023 |
| Halo House Foundation | $11,500 | Houston, TX, US | Provide Temporary Affordable Housing To Those Seeking Treatment At Texas Medical Center | 2023 |
| Jonah's Gsd Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Increasing Support For Funding Of Gsd Research | 2023 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2023 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | $18,000 | Kensington, MD, US | Promote Cure For Pancreatic Cancer | 2023 |
| Montefiore | $10,000 | Bronx, NY, US | Academic Medical Center | 2023 |
| Research America | $26,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2023 |
| Rotary Club Of Houston Foundation | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Dedicated To Providing Civic-minded Men And Women With An Enjoyable And Organized Way To Make A Contribution To New York City And Needy Areas Of Our World | 2023 |
| Smile Train Nyc | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Providing Safe And Quality Cleft Care For 1.5 Million Children | 2023 |
| South Fork Natural History Museum | $10,000 | Bridgehampton, NY, US | Enhance Citizen Engagement With Nature Of Long Island's South Fork | 2023 |
| United Hatzalah Of Israel | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Providing Emergency Medical Services Throughout Israel | 2023 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2023 |
| Baylor College Medicine | $100,000 | Houston, TX, US | Create Knowledge And Apply Science And Discoveries To Further Education, Healthcare, And Community Service Locally And Globally. | 2023 |
| Campfire Circle | $1,326 | Toronto, ON, CA | Oncology Camp Supporting Kids And Families Affected By Childhood Cancer | 2023 |
| Research America | $50,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2022 |
| Public Citizen | $7,000 | Washington, DC, US | Consumer Advocacy | 2022 |
| Utmdacc | $80,000 | Houston, TX, US | Comprehensive Cancer Care Center | 2022 |
| Wizo | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicate To Social Welfare In All Sectors Of Israeli Society | 2022 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Pursuing A Cure For Cystic Fibrosis | 2022 |
| Friends Of Cancer Research | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Cancer Research And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2022 |
| Foundation For Nih | $2,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Accelerate Biomedical Discoveries That Improve The Quality Of Peoples Lives | 2022 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2022 |
| Abraham's Tent | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of St Louis | $50,000 | St Louis, MO, US | Provide Comfort And Care For Families Of Seriously Ill Children | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $10,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | Provide Help, Hope, And Support For Those With Cancer | 2022 |
| Jonah's Gsdib Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Researching Cure For Childhood Cancer | 2022 |
| Aacr | $50,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Prevent And Cure Cancer Through Research, Education, Communication | 2022 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2022 |
| The Lori D Wilson Foundation | $1,000 | Silver Spring, MD, US | We Are Committed To Doing Our Part To Help Eradicate The Horrible Breast Cancer Disease That Adversely Impacts Women Worldwide (pulled From Their Facebook Page) | 2022 |
| Aaas | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2022 |
| Betty Ford | $50,000 | Center City, MN, US | Addiction Treatment And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Ellis Island Honors Society | $50,000 | Franklin Square, NY, US | Heralds The Importance Of Immigration To Americas Prosperity And Celebrates The Contributions Immigrants And Their Progeny Have Made To Our Nation. | 2022 |
| Halo House | $111,000 | Houston, TX, US | Provide Temporary Affordable Housing To Those Seeking Treatment At Texas Medical Center | 2022 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | $25,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Focusing On Research And Education To Create A Better Environment For Ourselves And Our Children | 2022 |
| Research America | $50,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2022 |
| Public Citizen | $7,000 | Washington, DC, US | Consumer Advocacy | 2022 |
| Utmdacc | $80,000 | Houston, TX, US | Comprehensive Cancer Care Center | 2022 |
| Wizo | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicate To Social Welfare In All Sectors Of Israeli Society | 2022 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Pursuing A Cure For Cystic Fibrosis | 2022 |
| Friends Of Cancer Research | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Cancer Research And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2022 |
| Foundation For Nih | $2,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Accelerate Biomedical Discoveries That Improve The Quality Of Peoples Lives | 2022 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2022 |
| Abraham's Tent | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of St Louis | $50,000 | St Louis, MO, US | Provide Comfort And Care For Families Of Seriously Ill Children | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $10,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | Provide Help, Hope, And Support For Those With Cancer | 2022 |
| Jonah's Gsdib Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Researching Cure For Childhood Cancer | 2022 |
| Aacr | $50,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Prevent And Cure Cancer Through Research, Education, Communication | 2022 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2022 |
| The Lori D Wilson Foundation | $1,000 | Silver Spring, MD, US | We Are Committed To Doing Our Part To Help Eradicate The Horrible Breast Cancer Disease That Adversely Impacts Women Worldwide (Pulled From Their Facebook Page) | 2022 |
| Aaas | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2022 |
| Betty Ford | $50,000 | Center City, MN, US | Addiction Treatment And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Ellis Island Honors Society | $50,000 | Franklin Square, NY, US | Heralds The Importance Of Immigration To Americas Prosperity And Celebrates The Contributions Immigrants And Their Progeny Have Made To Our Nation. | 2022 |
| Halo House | $111,000 | Houston, TX, US | Provide Temporary Affordable Housing To Those Seeking Treatment At Texas Medical Center | 2022 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | $25,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Focusing On Research And Education To Create A Better Environment For Ourselves And Our Children | 2022 |
| Research America | $50,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2022 |
| Public Citizen | $7,000 | Washington, DC, US | Consumer Advocacy | 2022 |
| Utmdacc | $80,000 | Houston, TX, US | Comprehensive Cancer Care Center | 2022 |
| Wizo | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicate To Social Welfare In All Sectors Of Israeli Society | 2022 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Pursuing A Cure For Cystic Fibrosis | 2022 |
| Friends Of Cancer Research | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Cancer Research And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2022 |
| Foundation For Nih | $2,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Accelerate Biomedical Discoveries That Improve The Quality Of Peoples Lives | 2022 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2022 |
| Abraham's Tent | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of St Louis | $50,000 | St Louis, MO, US | Provide Comfort And Care For Families Of Seriously Ill Children | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $10,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | Provide Help, Hope, And Support For Those With Cancer | 2022 |
| Jonah's Gsdib Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Researching Cure For Childhood Cancer | 2022 |
| Aacr | $50,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Prevent And Cure Cancer Through Research, Education, Communication | 2022 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2022 |
| The Lori D Wilson Foundation | $1,000 | Silver Spring, MD, US | We Are Committed To Doing Our Part To Help Eradicate The Horrible Breast Cancer Disease That Adversely Impacts Women Worldwide (Pulled From Their Facebook Page) | 2022 |
| Aaas | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2022 |
| Betty Ford | $50,000 | Center City, MN, US | Addiction Treatment And Advocacy | 2022 |
| Ellis Island Honors Society | $50,000 | Franklin Square, NY, US | Heralds The Importance Of Immigration To Americas Prosperity And Celebrates The Contributions Immigrants And Their Progeny Have Made To Our Nation. | 2022 |
| Halo House | $111,000 | Houston, TX, US | Provide Temporary Affordable Housing To Those Seeking Treatment At Texas Medical Center | 2022 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | $25,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Focusing On Research And Education To Create A Better Environment For Ourselves And Our Children | 2022 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Alzheimers Awareness | 2021 |
| South Fork Natural History Museum | $5,000 | Bridgehampton, NY, US | Enhance Citizen Engagement With Nature Of Long Island's South Fork | 2021 |
| Research America | $25,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits | 2021 |
| Public Citizen Foundation | $14,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promotion Of Consumer Advocacy | 2021 |
| Lasker Foundation | $26,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Recognition Of Research Exellence | 2021 |
| Jonah's Gsd1b Research Foundation | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Researching Cure For Childhood Cancer | 2021 |
| Gw Milken Institute Of Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increased Promotion Of Public Health Education | 2021 |
| Casa De Esperanza | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Promote Health And Wellbeing Of Women | 2021 |
| Bicol Clinic Foundation | $1,800 | Boca Raton, FL, US | Increased Public Health To Underserved Communities | 2021 |
| Abraham's Tent | $5,000 | East Meadow, NY, US | Promoting Public Health Initiatives In Guyana | 2021 |
| Aaas | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Increases Support Broad Spectrum Public Health Programs | 2021 |
| Everytown | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | End Gun Violence. | 2020 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Promote Education And Research Of Addiction. | 2020 |
| Casa De Esperanza | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Promote Health And Well Being Of Women. | 2020 |
| Cystic Fybrosis | $5,000 | Bethesda, MD, US | Cystic Fibrosis Research And Patient Services. | 2020 |
| Researchamerica | $25,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Increased Public Understanding Of Medical Research Benefits. | 2020 |
| Us Cap Historical Society | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Public Education Of Us Capital History. | 2020 |
| Gw Milken School For Public Health | $18,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support Public Health Education, Prevention Of Disease. | 2020 |
| Cbic Membership | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Support Best Practices In Infection Prevention. | 2020 |
| Southfork Natural History Museum | $5,000 | Bridgehampton, NY, US | Enhance Citizen Engagement With Nature Of Long Island's South Fork. | 2020 |
| Sadie Keller Foundation | $6,751 | Bartonville, TX, US | Childhood Cancer Support Services. | 2020 |
| Lasker Foundation | $18,000 | Valhalla, NY, US | Support Medical Research. | 2020 |
| The Cancer Letter | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote News, Legislative Developments, And Investigations In Oncology. | 2020 |
| American Heart Association | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Cardiovascular Research And Education. | 2020 |
| Wilderness Youth | $500 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | Support Youth Focused Environmental Stewardship And Engagement. | 2020 |
| The Peace Studio | $518 | New York, NY, US | Support Education Of Peacebuilding Practices. | 2020 |
| American Society For Cell Biology | $500 | Bethesda, MD, US | Celebrate Life Science Fair | 2018 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Act For Nih Foundation Inc as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 82-1130166 |
| Website | http://www.actfornih.org |
| Address | 300 NEW JERSEY AVE NW STE 900 Washington, DC 20001-2271 |
Key People (5)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Act For Nih Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Chairman | Jed Manocherian |
|---|---|
| Director | Greg Manocherian |
| Secretary/treasurer | Dr Sudip Parikh |
| President | Richard Turman |
| Vice President | Rachel Pollock |
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