Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation is a private foundation in San Rafael, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,250 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $110,000. 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$340,250
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $297,500 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $283,700 | 23 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $297,500 | 17 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $340,250 | 15 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation 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 Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $330,250 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marin County Board of Education (Cte) | Restricted fund | $110,000 |
| Vivalon | General fundgeneral fundgeneral fund | $50,000 |
| Fromm Institute for Lifelong Learning | General fund | $40,000 |
| Schools Rule Marin | General fund | $28,000 |
| Dominican University of California (Nursing Program) | General fund | $25,000 |
| Msa Foundation (Novato Hs Arts Program) | General fund | $22,000 |
| Marin Ij Giving Marin | General fund | $20,000 |
| Melissa Prandi Children Institute (Uganda) | General fund | $15,000 |
| Shifting Gears USA | General fund | $11,000 |
| Acd Automobile Museum | Restricted fund | $10,000 |
| Sonoma Equine Rescue Rehab & Adoption | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mission High School Foundation | General fund | $2,000 |
| Marin Art & Garden Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Ross Property Owners Association | General fund | $1,000 |
| North Bay Childrens Center | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Goodman
- Barbara Goodman
Questions people ask
Does Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation give?
$340,250 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Goodman (President) and Barbara Goodman (Treasurer).
What does Charles & Barbara Goodman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.