Gerstner Family Foundation
We fund projects focused on biomedical research, environmental sustainability, expanding educational opportunities, and providing one-time emergency assistance. The Gerstner Family Foundation supports basic and translational biomedical research, access to an excellent education for young people in grades K-12, and organizations that assist people who have suffered temporary setbacks and need a “helping hand" to restore their equilibrium.OUR MISSIONWe seek to help hard-working individuals who are trying to help themselves and their communities but temporarily lack the resources to accomplish their goals.Our work concentrates on biomedical research, education, and helping people who have suffered a setback.We DO NOT accept unsolicited requests.WE DO NOT make grants directly to individuals.
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Welcome | Gerstner Family Foundation PHOTO CREDIT Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School PHOTO CREDIT Jamaal Dozier via Good Shepherd Services Gerstner Philanthropies focuses on biomedical research educational opportunities environmental sustainability and assistance for people who have suffered a temporary setback and could use a helping hand to restore their equilibrium. Program Areas Biomedical Research Our funding falls into two categories supporting important genomic research that could lead to breakthroughs in clinical practice and enabling talented young scientists to pursue a career in research. Environment Our program focuses on supporting research on reducing methane emissions to address climate change and developing solutions to tackle plastic pollution. Education Our work supports students who have talent and determination but whose opportunity to excel is limited because of their economic circumstances.
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