The Gorman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gorman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bristol, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $223,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$223,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $218,600 the year before.
24% 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 | $218,629 | 11 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $218,600 | 14 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $223,500 | 17 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
The Gorman 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 Gorman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $95,500 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $57,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Miss Proter's School | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Wellesley College | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| Carleton College | Charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| Southern Scholars Initiative Inc | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Choate Rosemary School | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Operations Smile | Chartiable contribution | $15,000 |
| First Cong Church of Sunderland | Charitable contribution | $12,000 |
| Ray of Light Farm | Chartiable contribution | $9,000 |
| Meriden Soup Kitchen | Chartiable contribution | $7,000 |
| Cat Tales | Chartiable contribution | $5,000 |
| Canal Dock Boathouse Inc | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| CT Forest and Park Association | Chartiable contribution | $3,000 |
| Point of Pride | Chartiable contribution | $3,000 |
| Campaign for Southern Equality | Chartiable contribution | $3,000 |
| Brookline Food Pantry | Chartiable contribution | $2,500 |
| Women's Money Matters | Chartiable contribution | $2,500 |
| Americare | Chartiable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Gorman
- Ellyssa L Eror
- Olivia Z Gorman
- Mary E Gorman
Questions people ask
Does The Gorman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gorman Family Foundation Inc give?
$223,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Gorman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Gorman (President), Ellyssa L Eror (Vice Preside), Olivia Z Gorman (Secretary) and Mary E Gorman (Treasurer).
What does The Gorman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.