The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chatham, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$121,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$425,102
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $125,250 the year before.
5% of its 2025 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 | $113,636 | 22 | $634,488 |
| 2024 | $125,250 | 25 | $530,834 |
| 2025 | $121,500 | 19 | $425,102 |
How to apply
The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable 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 Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $47,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $39,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation Metrowest | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Operation Smile | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Happiness Is Camping | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Children's Aid Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Colgate University Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dorot | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| US Holocaust Museun | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Charitable | $5,000 |
| ASPCA | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Jbi International | Charitable | $3,500 |
| The Seeing Eye Inc | Charitable | $3,500 |
| American Jewish World Service | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Friendship Circle | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara Freid Gottesman
- Ellen Garber
- Robin Gottesman
- Andrew Gottesman
Questions people ask
Does The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation give?
$121,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara Freid Gottesman (Manager), Ellen Garber (Trustee), Robin Gottesman (Trustee) and Andrew Gottesman (Trustee).
What does The Barbara Freid Gottesman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and international.