Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,110 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$43,110
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$809,043
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,949 the year before.
79% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,093 | 7 | $852,571 |
| 2024 | $41,949 | 16 | $953,703 |
| 2025 | $43,110 | 21 | $809,043 |
How to apply
Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $22,100 |
| Arizona | 4 | $4,860 |
| California | 4 | $4,320 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $330 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Players Foundation | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Eleventh Hour Rescue | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Whispering Willows Senior Dog sanct | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| American Research Center in Egypt | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Desert Foothills Land Trust | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Electronic Frontier Foundation | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Foundation for Indiv Rights Express | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| University of Rochester | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| American Research Center in Egypt | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Individual | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Muttville | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Phoenix Zoo | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $600 |
| Miracles for Myeloma | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $520 |
| Hebrew Congregation of St Thomas | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $500 |
| Hillel at ASU | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $360 |
| Sfmoma | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $300 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $210 |
| Field Museum | In accordance with the charitable purpose | $120 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Gordon
- Nancy Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn give?
$43,110 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Gordon (Trustee) and Nancy Gordon (Trustee).
What does Irving & Arline Gordon Memorial Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, science and research and arts and culture.