Robert I Goldman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert I Goldman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $525,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $220,000. 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$525,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$220,000
- Assets$16.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $210,000 | 24 | $14.0 million |
| 2024 | $525,000 | 14 | $16.0 million |
How to apply
Robert I Goldman 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 Robert I Goldman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $380,000 |
| New York | 2 | $110,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Palm Beach County | Poverty | $220,000 |
| The Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame | Sports | $100,000 |
| Polo Training Foundation | Sports | $75,000 |
| Isef Foundation | Education | $35,000 |
| Sunset Polo International | Sports | $35,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Health | $15,000 |
| Kings Academy | Education | $10,000 |
| Ascpa | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank | Poverty | $5,000 |
| Polo Players Support Group Inc | Sports | $5,000 |
| The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis | Health | $5,000 |
| Work to Ride Inc | Sports | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Veterans | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Poverty | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Olexa Celine
- Leonardo A Mandelbaum
- Richard S Rothberg
Questions people ask
Does Robert I Goldman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert I Goldman Foundation give?
$525,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Robert I Goldman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Olexa Celine (Director, President), Leonardo A Mandelbaum (Director) and Richard S Rothberg (Director, Secretary).
What does Robert I Goldman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.