Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation is a private foundation in Chester, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,522 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $48,160. 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$129,522
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$48,160
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $254,810 the year before.
36% 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 | $82,120 | 9 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $254,810 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $129,522 | 11 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Stella & Dolphi Goren 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 Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $72,965 |
| New York | 4 | $49,557 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center Theatre Group | General operations | $48,160 |
| Chabad Jamaica Inc | General operations | $30,000 |
| La Phil Harmonic | General operations | $10,000 |
| New York University | General operations | $10,000 |
| La Fire Department Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Tryall Fund | General operations | $5,000 |
| American Foundation for the University of the West Indies | General operations | $4,557 |
| Hanover Charities USA | General operations | $4,000 |
| Temple Israel of Hollywood | General operations | $3,485 |
| Montego Bay Animal Haven LTD | General operations | $3,000 |
| We Are Laurel Canyon | General operations | $1,320 |
Officers and trustees
- James Goren
- Arielle Goren
- David Goren
Questions people ask
Does Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation give?
$129,522 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Goren (President), Arielle Goren (Treasurer/Secretary) and David Goren (Director).
What does Stella & Dolphi Goren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.