The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Topanga, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,961 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,033. 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$12,961
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,033
- Assets$131,929
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,228 the year before.
50% 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 | $8,103 | 15 | $155,923 |
| 2024 | $10,228 | 15 | $146,190 |
| 2025 | $12,961 | 24 | $131,929 |
How to apply
The Gorbach 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.
What The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Wisconsin. It also paid $773 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5 | $5,033 |
| California | 8 | $2,725 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,280 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $250 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $200 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wi Planned Parenthood | General contribution. | $2,033 |
| Tanglewood | General contribution. | $1,030 |
| Stoughton Opera House | General contribution. | $1,000 |
| Wort Community Radio | General contribution. | $1,000 |
| Tufts University | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | General contribution. | $633 |
| World Health Organization Foundation | General contribution | $520 |
| Step Up | General contribution. | $518 |
| Access Community Health | General contribution. | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General contribution. | $500 |
| Driftless Land Conservancy | General contribution. | $500 |
| Healthy Climate Wisconsin | General contribution | $500 |
| National Public Radio | General contribution | $500 |
| Topanga Coalition for Emegency Preparedness | General contributions | $307 |
| All Seated in A Barn | General contribution. | $261 |
| Western Center for Law and Poverty | General contribution | $256 |
| Frineds International Geneva | General contribution | $253 |
| Jacob's Pillow | General contribution. | $250 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General contribution. | $250 |
| Venice Family Clinic | General contribution. | $250 |
| Brooke Foundation | General contribution | $250 |
| Equine Empowerment Foundation | General contribution | $250 |
| Brown University | General contribution | $200 |
| Generation Human Rights | General contribution | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Julien S Gorbach
- Pamina M Gorbach
- Roxane F Gorbach
Questions people ask
Does The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc give?
$12,961 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Julien S Gorbach (Clerk), Pamina M Gorbach (Director) and Roxane F Gorbach (Director).
What does The Gorbach Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and international.