Gorlitz Foundation LTD
Accepts applications
Gorlitz Foundation LTD is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,000 in 75 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$154,000
- Number of grants75
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $329,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $329,000 | 154 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $154,000 | 75 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gorlitz Foundation LTD 3935 Morrison Street NW, Washington, DC 20015 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (202) 966-2108 |
| What to submit | Applications by letter stating name of organization, charitable purpose, amount requested and proposed use of amount to be provided by the foundation. |
| Restrictions | Any recognized charity-no geographical restrictions or other limitations |
What Gorlitz Foundation LTD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 14 | $31,500 |
| New York | 11 | $27,500 |
| California | 13 | $26,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $5,500 |
| Texas | 3 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $4,500 |
| Illinois | 5 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | National reproductive and primary healthcare provider | $7,000 |
| Earthjustice | International environmental law group | $6,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | International wildlife protection & climate science group | $6,000 |
| Partners in Health | International medical aid | $6,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | National legal defense for vulnerable populations & civil rights | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Earth | International environmental group network | $5,000 |
| Lawyers for Good Government Foundation | Legal service provider for immigrants & refugees toward family reunification | $5,000 |
| NAACP Legal Defense & Education Fund Inc | National organization providing litigation/advocacy for racial justice | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | International legal/scientific group protecting environment | $5,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | National environmental protection group | $4,500 |
| The Conservation Fund | National environmental preservation group | $4,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | International environmental conservation group | $4,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | International human rights organization | $3,000 |
| Engenderhealth Inc | Committed to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights and gender equality. | $3,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Initiative is committed to ending mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the united states, to challenging racial and economic injustice, and to protecting basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in american society. | $3,000 |
| International Refugee Assistance Project | Legal advocacy for refugees | $3,000 |
| International Relief Teams | Humanitarian/medical assistance to disaster victims and impoverished | $3,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Humanitarian aid for war, refugee, emergency situations | $3,000 |
| Native American Rights Fund | Legal advocacy for native american groups | $3,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | As one of africas oldest wildlife charities and a leading conservation organisation, the sheldrick wildlife trust (swt) embraces all measures that complement the conservation, preservation and protection of wildlife. | $3,000 |
| Villagereach | Build people-centered health solutions that improve equity and access to care. | $3,000 |
| Alight | International humanitarian assistance to refugees/displaced persons | $2,000 |
| American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera) | Provide resources and aid to people in muslim countries | $2,000 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) | Promotes press freedom worldwide and defends the right of journalists to report the news safely and without fear of reprisal. | $2,000 |
| Conservation Lands Foundation | Protect us public lands from oil, drilling, mining, development | $2,000 |
| Eden Reforestation Projects | Hires indigenous people in global south to plant and care for native forest species | $2,000 |
| Givedirectly Inc | Profit that lets donors like you send money directly to the worlds poorest households. | $2,000 |
| Heart to Heart International | To improve access to health throughout the united states and the world. Through hhi's work, people in need receive medications, direct medical care, hygiene supplies and medical supplies. | $2,000 |
| Jewish Council for the Aging | Provides the programs and services that support older adults and their families and builds bridges across generations. | $2,000 |
| Kids in Need Foundation | Manages programs to assist with issues such as finding and selecting child care and child care financial assistance to families. Children and families benefit from these programs, allowing parents to go to work and attend school, contribute to the economy and strengthen their families and the community. | $2,000 |
| Nature for Justice | Harness nature-based solutions (nbs) to benefit frontline communities confronting the climate crisis. | $2,000 |
| Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine | Research & advocacy on sustainable agriculture, global warming, nuclear power | $2,000 |
| Raices | Legal service provider for immigrants & refugees in texas | $2,000 |
| Rewild | Protect critical biodiversity and prevent extinction of endangered plant and animal species in conjunction with indigenous communities | $2,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | Political/legal advocacy for reproductive rights | $2,000 |
| The Trust for Public Land | National environmental protection & park creation | $2,000 |
| Waterkeeper Alliance | International water patrol & protection | $2,000 |
| Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights | A champion for the rights and best interests of unaccompanied immigrant children, | $2,000 |
| Alley Cat Allies | Maryland feral cat rescue | $1,000 |
| American Farmland Trust | Farm land presevation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Gorlitz
- Christopher T Smith
- Ariel Zuckerman
- Eric Zuckerman
- Steven Zuckerman
Questions people ask
Does Gorlitz Foundation LTD accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Gorlitz Foundation LTD give?
$154,000 in tax year 2024, across 75 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gorlitz Foundation LTD?
Its 2024 filing lists Paula Gorlitz (Vice President), Christopher T Smith (Treasurer), Ariel Zuckerman (President) and Eric Zuckerman (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gorlitz Foundation LTD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, environment and conservation and human services.