Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $371,603 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $93,399. 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$371,603
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$93,399
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $416,290 the year before.
20% 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 | $416,290 | 22 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $371,603 | 20 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Melvin & Estelle Gelman 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 Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 8 | $151,204 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $93,399 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 3 | $29,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $22,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $17,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Drug Discover | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $93,399 |
| ADAS Israel Congregation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $50,176 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $45,000 |
| Human Rights Campaign | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $26,000 |
| Georgetown Day School | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $20,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $15,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $13,000 |
| Washington Hebrew Congregation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $12,528 |
| Children's Hospital Found | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $12,500 |
| Washington DC JCC | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $12,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Group Homes | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| Morselife Foundation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| George Washington University | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| Riverdale | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| US Against Alzheimer's | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $7,500 |
| Foxhall Foundation | Further Donee's Charitable Purposes | $7,500 |
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $7,000 |
| Brem Foundation | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $4,500 |
| Israel Tennis Centers | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $4,500 |
| University of Michigan Law School | Further Donee's Charitable Purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elise Lefkowitz
- Elaine Miller
Questions people ask
Does Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation give?
$371,603 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elise Lefkowitz (Co-Director) and Elaine Miller (Co-Director).
What does Melvin & Estelle Gelman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.