Alpha Research Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBethesda, Maryland · EIN 52-2035198 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DR ALVING PRESIDENT CO BR FIERST ES |
|---|---|
| Address | 200-A MONROE STREET SUITE 100, ROCKVILLE MD 20850 |
| Phone | 2402050220 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT AN OUTLINE OF PROPOSED RESEARCH AND A PROPOSED BUDGET. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. |
| Restrictions | PREFERENCE IS GIVEN TO BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH PROJECTS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
20% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umcp Foundation | College Park, MD | General charity | $20,000 |
| Target Community & Educational Services | Gaithersburg, MD | General charity | $3,500 |
| College Tracks | Silver Spring, MD | General charity | $1,000 |
| The Children's Inn at Nih | Bethesda, MD | General charity | $1,000 |
| South Side High School Foundation | Fort Wayne, IN | General charity | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $24,500 | 3 |
| 2023 | $25,700 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640689349100414
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2035198
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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