Gumenick Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gumenick Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $342,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$342,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,253 the year before.
50% 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 | $9,854 | 19 | $568,230 |
| 2024 | $20,253 | 19 | $974,495 |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
Gumenick 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 Gumenick Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 15 | $1.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,600 |
| New York | 2 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Jewish Foundation | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $342,000 |
| Univ Mich - Donor Advised Fund | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $342,000 |
| United Jewish Foundation | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $231,440 |
| Univ Mich - Gumenick Scholarship FN | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $230,990 |
| United Jewish Foundation | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $14,000 |
| Dag Philanthropic Fund - Jewish Fou | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $5,445 |
| Univ Mich - Gumenick Scholarship FN | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $5,445 |
| Hillel International | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $4,300 |
| Homes for Our Troops | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $3,600 |
| Friendship Circle | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $1,800 |
| Jbi International | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $1,000 |
| Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $1,000 |
| Yad Ezra | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $1,000 |
| Penrickton Center for Blind Childre | 501 c3 general puprose grant | $500 |
| Common Ground | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $500 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $250 |
| Kids Kicking Cancer | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $250 |
| Kenneth E Lewis Memorial Fund | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $250 |
| Seedlings Braile Books | 501 c3 general purpose grant | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Gumenick
- Jason M Gumenick
- Lynne Gumenick Newman
Questions people ask
Does Gumenick Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gumenick Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Gumenick Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David A Gumenick (President), Jason M Gumenick (Treasurer) and Lynne Gumenick Newman (Secretary).
What does Gumenick Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.