The Gellin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gellin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2023 it gave $44,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$44,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$915,190
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2023 was up from $43,000 the year before.
39% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $43,000 | 21 | $814,572 |
| 2023 | $44,500 | 23 | $915,190 |
How to apply
The Gellin 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 Gellin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $16,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $10,500 |
| New York | 8 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gift of Life | General support | $5,000 |
| Hillel of Palm Beach County | General support | $4,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $3,500 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital | General support | $3,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | General support | $3,000 |
| Tzohar Seminary | General support | $3,000 |
| Westchester Reform Temple | General support | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $3,000 |
| JCC of Greater Pittsburg | General support | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $2,500 |
| Mount Holyoke College | General support | $2,000 |
| Yeshiva School | General support | $2,000 |
| Foundation for City College | General support | $1,000 |
| The Educational Alliance | General support | $1,000 |
| White Plains Hospital | General support | $1,000 |
| Wildcare | General support | $1,000 |
| Anderson Valley Fire Department | General support | $500 |
| Anderson Valley Firefighters | General support | $500 |
| Calvary Fund of Calvary Hospital | General support | $500 |
| Museum at Eldridge Street | General support | $500 |
| Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corp | General support | $500 |
| The American Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Professional Training I | General support | $500 |
| Wxel South Florida | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dana Aberman
- Randie Engle
- Steven Gorel
- Benjamin Zalaznick
- Esther Engle
- Brian Zalaznick
Questions people ask
Does The Gellin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gellin Foundation Inc give?
$44,500 in tax year 2023, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Gellin Foundation Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Dana Aberman (Chairman, President & Treasurer), Randie Engle (Vice President & Secretary), Steven Gorel (Director) and Benjamin Zalaznick (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Gellin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.