The Gordon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gordon Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Beach, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $128,459 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,540 and the largest $65,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$128,459
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,540
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2023 was down from $246,657 the year before.
58% of its 2023 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 | $246,657 | 11 | $3.0 million |
| 2023 | $128,459 | 15 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Gordon 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 The Gordon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $92,540 |
| California | 9 | $30,669 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends Israel Philharmonic | General donation | $65,000 |
| American Friends Israel Philharmonic | General donation | $25,000 |
| Yeshiva University High School | General donation | $12,500 |
| Orangewood Foundation | General donation | $6,000 |
| Congregation Shir Ha-Ma'alot | Donation | $5,000 |
| Oceanaorg | General donation | $5,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | General donation | $3,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General donation | $1,540 |
| Live Like Noah Foundation | General donation | $1,041 |
| Orange County United Way | General donation | $1,040 |
| Congregation Shir Ha-Ma'alot | General donation | $1,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | General donation | $1,000 |
| Lion's Heart | General donation | $1,000 |
| Dtcare | General donation | $250 |
| Orangewood Foundation | General donation | $88 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen H Gordon
- Madaline R Gordon
Questions people ask
Does The Gordon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gordon Foundation give?
$128,459 in tax year 2023, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,540.
Who runs The Gordon Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Stephen H Gordon (President) and Madaline R Gordon (Secretary).
What does The Gordon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.