Ways to Give

The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and our taxpayer ID is 36-2411723.

We are funded through donations from private individuals, corporations, foundations, and grants to support and grow our community of scientists and innovators and their work to accelerate lifesaving solutions for people around the world. Every donation—no matter the size or frequency—fuels the work and collaborations of our Hertz Fellows.

We offer a range of giving opportunities to make it easy and convenient for you to make your donation. If you have questions or want to discuss special circumstances surrounding your gift, please don't hesitate to contact our development office by calling 925.373.1642 (ext. 3) or submitting our Contact Us form. We're happy to help you develop a giving plan that works for you.

The Hertz Foundation staff is available to answer questions and help you make a donation via phone or mail. Don't hesitate to reach out if you would like assistance making a donation or if you have other ideas or special circumstances.

We accept wire transfers as philanthropic contributions. Please use the following instructions if you are making an electronic gift through your bank. Prior to transferring funds, please contact the Hertz Foundation’s development office by calling 925.373.1642 (ext. 3) to provide your name and the amount being donated to ensure the correct crediting of your gift when the funds are received.

When you donate to the Hertz Foundation, your investment pays dividends for all of humanity. You are directly empowering the most promising innovators to tackle some of the biggest challenges we face—from the health of our families to the health of our planet.

For each $250,000 donation, we can offer a five-year graduate fellowship to one more promising innovator, including tuition, stipend, and lifelong career development.

One of our most powerful differentiators is our continual support for our fellows, including mentoring, networking, and workshops. Your donations help us expand that support while unlocking our staff’s potential to do their best work.

Formed in 1957 by Fannie and John Hertz, our endowment is essential to our long-term financial stability and vitality. It ensures a thriving fellowship program and life-changing innovations for years to come.