The Goodwin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Goodwin Foundation is a private foundation in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $286,700 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $130,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$286,700
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $244,685 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $244,685 | 29 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $286,700 | 28 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Goodwin 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Goodwin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $130,000 |
| California | 4 | $54,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $53,800 |
| New York | 10 | $13,400 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $11,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle East Peace Dialogue Network | Charitable operations support | $130,000 |
| Alliance for Middle East Peace (Allmep) | Charitable operations support | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Neve Shalomwahat Al-Salam | Charitable operations support | $50,000 |
| Global Echo Litigation Center | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Women's Archive | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Natal | Charitable operations support | $3,600 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable operations support | $2,500 |
| Ovarian Cancer Circle | Charitable operations support | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Parent's Circle | Charitable operations support | $1,800 |
| Just Vision Inc | Charitable operations support | $1,800 |
| Brady Center | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Brigid Alliance | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Center for Gun Violence Solutions | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Encounter Programs | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Hias | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Rocking the Boat | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Institute | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| San Francisco Community Health Center | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Truah | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Charitable operations support | $1,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable operations support | $500 |
| Friends of Arava Institute | Charitable operations support | $500 |
| Givat Haviva Educational Foundation | Charitable operations support | $500 |
| Jewish Fed Sarasota-Manatee | Charitable operations support | $500 |
| Tanenbaum Center | Charitable operations support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanna Goodwin
- John Goodwin
- Robert Goodwin
Questions people ask
Does The Goodwin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goodwin Foundation give?
$286,700 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Goodwin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanna Goodwin (President and Trustee), John Goodwin (Trustee) and Robert Goodwin (Trustee).
What does The Goodwin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and health.