Quick Summary
Name: Esther B. O'Keeffe Charitable Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | Data not publicly available |
| Grant Range | $250,000 - $2,000,000 |
| Average Grant | Not available |
| Application Method | Invitation Only |
Contact Details
- Address: PO Box 46, Palm Beach, FL 33480
- Phone: (561) 832-3682
- Contact: Clare O'Keeffe (Executive Trustee)
Geographic Focus
- Florida (primary focus, especially Palm Beach area and Treasure Coast)
- National (selective medical research institutions)
Funding Priorities
- Medical and Biomedical Research: Neuroscience, stem cell research (non-embryonic), treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, diabetes, hearing loss, spinal cord injuries
- Healthcare Institutions: Hospitals and medical centers in Palm Beach area
- Arts and Cultural Programs: Museums, art galleries, cultural institutions
- Education: Youth financial literacy, educational programs (Junior Achievement)
- Health Organizations: American Heart Association and related cardiovascular causes
What They Don't Fund
Information on exclusions is not publicly available. The foundation operates by invitation only.
Application Method
Invitation Only / No Public Application Process
The foundation explicitly states it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Grant decisions are made by the family trustees.
References
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