The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Arlington, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $334,614 in 92 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $20,000. 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$334,614
- Number of grants92
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $343,390 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 | $343,390 | 89 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $334,614 | 92 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
The William P Goldman and Brothers 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 William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1,500 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 50 | $155,614 |
| Massachusetts | 22 | $103,250 |
| Colorado | 1 | $19,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $16,250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $8,000 |
| Maine | 3 | $6,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases | Support | $20,000 |
| Cfoic Heartland | Support | $19,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Support | $19,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Support | $15,000 |
| One Family Fund | Support | $15,000 |
| Camera | Support | $10,000 |
| Chabad Chai Center of Brookline | Support | $10,000 |
| Emet | Support | $10,000 |
| Fidf (Ny) | Support | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Support | $10,000 |
| Palestinian Media Watch | Support | $10,000 |
| United Lubavitcher Yeshivoth | Support | $10,000 |
| Zionist Organization of America | Support | $10,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Support | $7,500 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Support | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Support | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Support | $5,000 |
| Central Synagogue Boston | Support | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Maine | Support | $5,000 |
| Chamah | Support | $5,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Support | $5,000 |
| Cteen Upper West | Support | $5,000 |
| Doc Emet Productions | Support | $5,000 |
| Jcam Charitable Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family & Childrens Service | Support | $5,000 |
| Machne Israel Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Middle East Forum | Support | $5,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Support | $5,000 |
| The Hebrew Free Burial Association | Support | $5,000 |
| Town & Village Synagogue | Support | $5,000 |
| Young Israel of Brookline Charity | Support | $5,000 |
| Town & Village Synagogue | Support | $3,000 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Support | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Support | $2,500 |
| American Israel Education Foundaipac | Support | $2,500 |
| Americans for Peace and Tolerance | Support | $2,500 |
| Ezer Mizion | Support | $2,500 |
| Ezer Mizion | Support | $2,500 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | Support | $2,500 |
| JNS Jewish News Syndicate | Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey L Kraines
- Merrill M Kraines
Questions people ask
Does The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc give?
$334,614 in tax year 2024, across 92 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey L Kraines (President) and Merrill M Kraines (Treasurer).
What does The William P Goldman and Brothers Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.