Gordon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gordon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.5 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$71.7 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 | $2.4 million | 20 | $72.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 17 | $71.7 million |
How to apply
Gordon Family 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 Gordon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 15 | $3.5 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Foundation to Combat Anti Semitism | Unrestricted | $900,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Trust Boston | Unrestricted | $400,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Boston | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute the Jimmy Fund | Unrestricted | $212,000 |
| Planned Parenthood League of Ma | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Foundation for Neurologic Diseases | Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Temple Ohebei Shalom (Tos) | Unrestricted | $108,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Trustees of Tufts University Bacow-Gordon Endowed Scholarship | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania - Athletics | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Big Sister Association of Greater Boston | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| National Ms Society | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Sanctuary Golf Club Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dream Big | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Home Base | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael S Gordon
- Christina M Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Gordon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gordon Family Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Gordon Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael S Gordon (Trustee) and Christina M Gordon (Trustee).
What does Gordon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.