The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation is a private foundation in Chatham, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $416,002 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$416,002
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $440,425 the year before.
29% 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 | $404,900 | 34 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $440,425 | 40 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $416,002 | 45 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam 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 The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 19 | $255,102 |
| Michigan | 2 | $65,000 |
| New York | 5 | $42,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $13,500 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $10,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $6,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Mill Playhouse | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Summit Board of Education | Charitable | $81,102 |
| Regents of the Univ of Michigan | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Columbia School of Nursing Columbia University | Charitable | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Sage Eldercare | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Summit Area YMCA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Hatikvah - L'dor Campaign | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Northern NJ | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Pef Endowment Fund Inc | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Colgate University | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Soi Dog Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Summit Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ukrainian Jersey City | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Humane World for Animals | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Magen David Adom | Charitable | $5,000 |
| 4 Paws USA | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Moving Traditions | Charitable | $4,000 |
| 2 Hands Saving 4 Paws | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Eclc Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Fulfill | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Middlese | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Red Leash Rescue | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Roseland Recreation Boosters Co Roseland Rec Dept | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Secaucus Emergency Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Boys & Girls Club of Clifton | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Wildlife Soa USA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Womanspace DBA Younity | Charitable | $3,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Charlotte NC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Jefferson Township Rescue Squad | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Ifaw | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Barret Economic Development Corp | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Sea Sheperd | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Earthjustice | Charitable | $2,500 |
| MV Hebrew Center | Charitable | $2,200 |
| Mercy for Animals | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Skyland Animal Sanctuary | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Amnimal Legal Defense Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Compassion in World Farming | Charitable | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Gottesman
- Ellen Garber
- Robin Gottesman
Questions people ask
Does The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation give?
$416,002 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Gottesman (Trustee), Ellen Garber (Trustee) and Robin Gottesman (Trustee).
What does The Barbara & Harold Gottesman Fam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.