Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda
Preselected recipients only
Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$14,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$75,669
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $20,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,000 | 9 | $89,768 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 8 | $75,669 |
How to apply
Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Street Inn | Support | $2,500 |
| The Second Step | Support | $2,500 |
| Feeding America | Support | $2,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Support | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Support | $2,000 |
| ACLU | Support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support | $1,000 |
| UNICEF | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven W Garfinkle
- Lynn Friedlander
Questions people ask
Does Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda give?
$14,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Garfinkle-Friedlander Family Founda?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven W Garfinkle (Trustee) and Lynn Friedlander (Trustee).