David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Venice, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,540 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$64,540
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $111,000 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $111,000 | 35 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $64,540 | 26 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc 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 David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $13,040 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $12,500 |
| Oregon | 2 | $8,500 |
| New York | 3 | $7,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $6,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 885 FM | Communications | $6,000 |
| California Community Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Colgate University | Education | $5,000 |
| Drexel University | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| Pathfinder Network DBA Pathfinders of Oregon | Social services | $5,000 |
| Sam & Devorah Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Bnai Keshet | Chartiable | $3,500 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds | Social services | $3,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Montclair Child Development | Social services | $2,750 |
| Brandeis University | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Guild for Reproductive Health | Healthcare | $2,500 |
| Make A Wish | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Trevor Project | Chartiable | $1,500 |
| Bricks and Mortals | Religious | $1,250 |
| Reconstructing Judaism | Social services | $1,250 |
| Toni's Kitchen | Social services | $1,250 |
| The Greater Contribution | Social services | $1,040 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Food on Foot | Social services | $1,000 |
| Hope for Henry Foundation | Healthcare | $1,000 |
| Lakes Area Food Shelf | Social services | $1,000 |
| Pelican Lakes Association | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Streets for All | Social services | $1,000 |
| The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County | Social services | $1,000 |
| The Library Foundation | Social services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy S Gorton
- Ben Gorton
- Jessica Dekoninck
Questions people ask
Does David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$64,540 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy S Gorton (President), Ben Gorton (Secretary) and Jessica Dekoninck (Vice President).
What does David and Ruth Gorton Family Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and health.