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THE FOUNDATION FOR THE FIGHT FOR HUMAN SURVIVAL

HARRISON, NY · EIN 844134383 · Form 990PF · FY2025 · NTEE T20 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Very Large (>$50M)
revenue
$75.6M
expenses
$58K
net assets
$80.7M
employees
profile · synthesized from sources

The Foundation for the Fight for Human Survival is a private foundation based in Harrison, NY, focused on supporting neuroscience research, mental health initiatives, and educational programs. It primarily funds projects at West Virginia University, including the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute's clinical trials, undergraduate research opportunities, and wellness programs. The foundation has consistently supported these initiatives since at least 2021.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Brain Camp
Annual program at West Virginia University that provides educational and research opportunities in neuroscience for students.
Human Operating System Infrastructure Project
Research and development initiative at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute focused on improving health, wellness, and academic success through technology integration.
Neuroscience Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
Supports undergraduate students in conducting neuroscience research at West Virginia University.
RNI-Healthy Minds Integrated Behavioral Health for Pediatrics
Rural pediatric mental health care initiative supporting integrated behavioral health services for children.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Genetic and Neurological Disease Research Funding 3 activities
    • Funding clinical trials using non-invasive focused ultrasound for Alzheimer's and substance use disorder
      Funds clinical trials at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, conducted via West Virginia University Foundation Inc., using non-invasive focused ultrasound procedures to treat Alzheimer's disease and substance use disorder.
    • Funding the Brain Camp program at West Virginia University Foundation Inc.
      Funds the Brain Camp program, an initiative at West Virginia University Foundation Inc. aimed at neuroscience education and engagement.
    • Funding the Neuroscience Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program at West Virginia University Foundation Inc.
      Funds the Neuroscience Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program at West Virginia University Foundation Inc., supporting student research in neuroscience.
  • Mental Health Research and Services Funding 1 activity
    • Funding RNI-Healthy Minds Integrated Behavioral Health for Pediatrics
      Funds RNI-Healthy Minds, a rural pediatric mental health care initiative at West Virginia University Foundation Inc. through the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.
  • University-Specific Endowment and Program Funding 1 activity
    • Funding the Campus Wellness Program at West Virginia University Foundation Inc.
      Funds the Campus Wellness Program at West Virginia University Foundation Inc., which promotes health and well-being among students.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Funding the Human Operating System Health & Well Being Project
      Funds the Human Operating System Health & Well Being Project at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute via West Virginia University Foundation Inc., focusing on holistic health and cognitive performance.
    • Funding the Human Operating System Infrastructure Project expansion
      Funds the expansion of the Human Operating System Infrastructure Project at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute via West Virginia University Foundation Inc., aimed at improving student wellness and academic success.
financials · form 990PF · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$75.65M
Contributions & grants$75.00M99%
Program service revenue
Investment income$619K1%
Other revenue$30K
expenses
Total expenses$58K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$125K
balance sheet
Total assets$80.65M
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$80.65M
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +6566.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • GEORGIANA J SLADE — DIRECTOR, SECRETARY
  • MARCIA A MCLEAN — DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT, TREASURER
relationships · 1

Who they work with

  • WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC Partner — Receives grant funding to support neuroscience, student wellness, and mental health programs at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute