The Goergen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Goergen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$37.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
30% 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 | $1.1 million | 74 | $33.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 66 | $37.2 million |
How to apply
The Goergen 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 Goergen Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 15 | $270,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 23 | $190,250 |
| Florida | 11 | $163,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $125,000 |
| Virginia | 6 | $44,000 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | Support of organization | $200,000 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy | Support of organization | $150,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Support of organization | $120,000 |
| Matthew Gaffney Foundation | Support of organization | $90,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | Support of organization | $63,500 |
| The Manhattan Institute | Support of organization | $50,000 |
| African Parks Foundation of America | Support of organization | $30,000 |
| University of Richmond | Support of organization | $30,000 |
| Hoover Institution Development | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| Space for Giants USA Inc | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| The Drawing Center | Support of organization | $22,500 |
| Wake Forest University | Support of organization | $15,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery Foundation | Support of organization | $11,000 |
| Greenwich Hospital Foundation | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| Madison Square Park Conservancy | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| New Museum of Contemporary Art | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Dramaworks Inc | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| Poly Prep Country Day School | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| Aoki Foundation | Support of organization | $10,000 |
| Center for Creative Education | Support of organization | $6,000 |
| Breast Cancer Alliance | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Immaculata University | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Make A Difference Leadership Foundation | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Florida Atlantic University | Support of organization | $4,000 |
| Catholic Academy of Bridgeport | Support of organization | $3,500 |
| Hillsdale College | Support of organization | $3,000 |
| Miami City Ballet | Support of organization | $3,000 |
| Bruce Museum | Support of organization | $2,500 |
| Charlottesville Area Community Foundation | Support of organization | $2,500 |
| Audubon Greenwich | Support of organization | $2,000 |
| Christ Church | Support of organization | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Support of organization | $2,000 |
| Guild Hall of East Hampton | Support of organization | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert B Goergen
- Pamela M Goergen
- Robert B Goergen Jr
- Todd A Goergen
Questions people ask
Does The Goergen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goergen Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Goergen Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert B Goergen (President / Trustee), Pamela M Goergen (Sec/Treas / Trustee), Robert B Goergen Jr (Trustee) and Todd A Goergen (V.P. / Trustee).
What does The Goergen Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.