Edward Gorey Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Edward Gorey Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $35,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$35,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $42,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $42,500 | 4 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 4 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Edward Gorey Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bat Conservation International | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| The Xerces Society | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Boston | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Edward Gorey House | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Sherman
- R Andrew Boose
Questions people ask
Does Edward Gorey Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward Gorey Charitable Trust give?
$35,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Edward Gorey Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Sherman (Co Trustee) and R Andrew Boose (Co Trustee).