Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$84,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $94,100 the year before.
53% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,100 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 21 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $67,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Ptsd program for service members | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester | 2024-2025 annual campaign | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee | 2025 annual campaign | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of Rochester | Brighton food cupboard $2,000; st. Adult/holocaust program $6,000 | $8,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee | 2024 annual campaign | $7,000 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council of Rochester | General support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester | Roc strong campaign | $5,000 |
| Embracing Our Differences | Annual luncheon | $3,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester | Ignite grants spring 2025 campaign | $3,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee | Classroom without borders | $2,500 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | Uniforms | $2,500 |
| Temple Brith Kodesh | Children/family high holidays singer | $2,500 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | General support | $2,500 |
| Chabad of Pittsford | General support | $2,500 |
| Temple Beth El | Keshet preschool; director discretionary fund | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee | Women's giving circle | $1,500 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester | Annual campaign | $1,500 |
| Jewish Senior Life Foundation | 2024 annual campaign | $1,500 |
| Tempro Development Co | General support | $1,500 |
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra | Bristol mountain concert | $1,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester | Magen david adam ambulance fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah J Gordon
- Michael A Gordon
- Andrew Gordon
- Stacy Gordon Tulgan
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$84,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah J Gordon (Chair), Michael A Gordon (Vice Chair), Andrew Gordon (Treasurer) and Stacy Gordon Tulgan (Secretary).
What does Michael and Deborah Gordon Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and youth programs.