Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $337,100 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $107,100. 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$337,100
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$107,100
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $304,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $280,940 | 7 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $304,000 | 7 | $6.7 million |
| 2025 | $337,100 | 9 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust 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 Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $167,100 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $140,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Other Qualified Charites 5K or Less | Donation | $107,100 |
| Harvard School of Public Health | Donation | $100,000 |
| Schwartz Center for Compassionate Care | Donation | $40,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Donation | $20,000 |
| Facing History | Donation | $20,000 |
| Orange County Community Foundation | Donation | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Orange & SB County | Donation | $10,000 |
| Newport Harbor Education Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust give?
$337,100 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Gordon (Trustee).
What does Ellen F Gordon Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.