Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Deerfield Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $36,750 and the largest $113,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$36,750
- Largest grant$113,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $929,520 the year before.
38% 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 | $863,500 | 30 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $929,520 | 29 | $24.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 28 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust 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 Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 17 | $674,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $135,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $67,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $45,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $40,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $33,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $33,500 |
| California | 1 | $22,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $22,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christendom Educational Corp | To support the mission of the organization | $113,000 |
| Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Coal | To support the mission of strengthening families and improving birth outcomes | $53,600 |
| Dream Centers of Colorado Springs | To support the mission of the organization | $50,250 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Broward Coun | Support for the Youth Education Success (YES) Program | $50,000 |
| Jack and Jill Children's Center | Support for one 3-year-old class program | $50,000 |
| Lighthouse of Broward County | Support for the Bright Beginnings Early Intervention Program | $50,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Broward County | Support for the Safe and Healthy Homes and Communities Program | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Broward Inc | Key to Economic Prosperity Home Ownership Program | $50,000 |
| The Flite Center | Support for the You Matter Program | $50,000 |
| Individual | $50,000 | |
| Children's Diagnostic Treatment Cen | Support for working with children with special health care needs | $50,000 |
| Women in Distress of Broward County | Support efforts to stop domestic violence | $50,000 |
| Holy Cross Hospital | To support the mission of the organization | $45,000 |
| Mary Carrico Catholic School | STEM activities, Tuition Assistance and teaching materials | $40,000 |
| Place of Hope | To support the mission of the organization | $33,500 |
| Broward Performing Arts Foundation | To support the mission of the organization | $33,500 |
| Why Y Inc | To support the mission of the organization | $33,500 |
| Window to the World | To support the mission of the organization | $33,500 |
| Semper FI Fund-American Fund | General operating funds to support organization mission | $22,500 |
| Dolphin Research Center | Special Needs Pathway Program for the Disabled | $22,500 |
| Individual | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Hospice House of Williamsburg | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Children's Aid Club | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Camp Angels | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Crittenton of North Carolina | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Cypress Cove Conservancy | To support the mission of the organization | $22,500 |
| Individual | To support the mission of the organization | $16,750 |
| Individual | Funding to support educational programs | $13,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence D Gore
- Christine Gore
- Michael Palmer
- Douglas Dunlap
- Andrew Gore
- Guy P Gore
- Mark Enos
- Thomas Gore
Questions people ask
Does Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $36,750.
Who runs Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence D Gore (Chairman), Christine Gore (Secretary), Michael Palmer (Treasurer) and Douglas Dunlap (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.