The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Livingston, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,497 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$54,497
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,139 the year before.
18% 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 | $37,600 | 11 | $943,335 |
| 2024 | $54,139 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $54,497 | 17 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust 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 Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $27,559 |
| New York | 10 | $23,188 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ | Financial assistance | $20,000 |
| Lupus Research Alliance | Financial assistance | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | Financial assistance | $4,259 |
| Adl | Financial assistance | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Financial assistance | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Financial assistance | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Financial assistance | $2,500 |
| Temple Emanu-El of Closter | Financial assistance | $2,200 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | Financial assistance | $1,500 |
| EPI4DOGS Foundation Inc | Financial assistance | $1,250 |
| ASPCA | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind Inc | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| North Shore Animal League America | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Marla Sue Golden Philanthropic Foundation | Financial assistance | $188 |
| Livingston Fire Aide Squad | Financial assistance | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marla Nagel
- Bruce Nagel
Questions people ask
Does The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust give?
$54,497 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Marla Nagel (Trustee) and Bruce Nagel (Trustee).
What does The Nagel-Goodman Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.