Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn is a private foundation in Silver Spring, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.8 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$64.7 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.5 million the year before.
44% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.0 million | 12 | $57.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 21 | $60.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.8 million | 18 | $64.7 million |
How to apply
Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn 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 Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 15 | $2.6 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Martha B Gudelsky Child Dev Center | To further charitable activities | $1.2 million |
| B'nai Israel Congregation | To further charitable activities | $780,000 |
| Umbf Inc | To further charitable activities | $170,000 |
| Camp Havaya | To further charitable activities | $100,000 |
| University of Maryland School of Nursing | To further charitable activities | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County | To further charitable activities | $75,000 |
| Coastal Hospice | To further charitable activities | $50,000 |
| Dravet Syndrome Foundation | To further charitable activities | $50,000 |
| Montgomery College Ite | To further charitable activities | $50,000 |
| Ocean City Volunteer Fire Department | To further charitable activities | $50,000 |
| Oseh Shalom Congregation | To further charitable activities | $50,000 |
| American Visionary Art Museum | To further charitable activities | $30,000 |
| The Art League of Ocean City | To further charitable activities | $30,000 |
| Manna Food Center | To further charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Rainbow Community Development Center | To further charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's Table | To further charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Luminus Health Anne Arundel Med Ctr FDTN | To further charitable activities | $10,000 |
| The Light House Inc | To further charitable activities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rita G Regino
- Holly Stone
- Medda Gudelsky
- John Gudelsky
- Sam Yedlin
- Jonathan Genn
Questions people ask
Does Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Rita G Regino (Vice President), Holly Stone (Vice President), Medda Gudelsky (Vice President) and John Gudelsky (President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.