The GB Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The GB Foundation is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $342,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$342,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $270,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $225,000 | 4 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $270,000 | 6 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $342,000 | 7 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The GB 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 The GB Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $215,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $17,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem College of Technology Friends of Jerusalem | Aid in educational funding | $125,000 |
| Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America | Jewish learning initiative on campus (jlic michigan-general donation) | $90,000 |
| University of Michigan - Um Israel Partnership | Jewish life and learning | $50,000 |
| Kol Shalom | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Camp Airy and Camp Louise Foundation Inc | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Georgetown Day School | General contribution | $17,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | General contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Weis Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does The GB Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The GB Foundation give?
$342,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The GB Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Weis Goldstein (Trustee).
What does The GB Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.