Gould Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gould Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Del Mar, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,900 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,825 and the largest $10,444. 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$71,900
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,825
- Largest grant$10,444
- Assets$955,959
- New grantees96%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,543 the year before.
96% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4,580 | 6 | $930,018 |
| 2023 | $34,260 | 29 | $896,232 |
| 2024 | $26,543 | 6 | $901,052 |
| 2025 | $71,900 | 26 | $955,959 |
How to apply
Gould Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Gould Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $41,676 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $12,763 |
| New York | 5 | $10,400 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,061 |
| Illinois | 3 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | Meals for Disaster Relief | $10,444 |
| Salvation Army | Community aid and relief | $10,406 |
| California Fire Foundation | Fire victim and safety aid | $10,298 |
| La Jolla Playhouse | Theatre arts advancement programs | $4,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | Emergency medical aid in crises | $3,800 |
| Monument Crisis Center | Emergency Assistance | $3,000 |
| Multicultural Institute | Immigrants Assistance | $3,000 |
| Street Level Health Project | Healthcare & Social Services | $3,000 |
| Humble Design | Furnish homes for transitioning homeless | $2,061 |
| East Bay Center for the Performing Arts | Youth performing arts training programs | $2,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Aid for conflict/disaster victims | $2,000 |
| Downtown Womens Center | Homeless Assistance | $1,872 |
| Altadena Girls | Youth Support | $1,850 |
| New York Public Library NYPL | education & information | $1,800 |
| Headstrong Project | Mental Health Services | $1,800 |
| Bread for the City | Food, medical aid for low-income | $1,569 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | School violence prevention programs | $1,500 |
| Proper Help | Youth Services | $1,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Global reproductive health advocacy/services | $1,000 |
| Chicago Abortion Fund | Funding for abortion access assistance | $1,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Resource Center | Legal resources for immigrants | $1,000 |
| Friendship Place | Job training and meal provision | $750 |
| Covenant House | Homeless Youth Assistance | $750 |
| Albany Music Fund | Supporting music in Albany schools | $500 |
| South Suburban PADS SSPADS | Emergency Assistance | $500 |
| Chicago Womens Health Center | Healthcare & Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamara J Gould
- Maile Gould D'Arcy
- Richard S Gould
- J Alexander Thier
- David A Gould
- Kate Mara D'Arcy
- Caroline Gould
- Luc D'Arcy
- C Brett D'Arcy
- Emma D'Arcy
- Riley D'Arcy
- Hannah Thier
- Izzy Thier
- Ava Gould
- Amalia Gould
Questions people ask
Does Gould Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gould Family Foundation Inc give?
$71,900 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,825.
Who runs Gould Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Tamara J Gould (President), Maile Gould D'Arcy (Secretary), Richard S Gould (Director) and J Alexander Thier (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Gould Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, food and hunger and health.