The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mount Kisco, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $460,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $400,000. 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$460,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $860,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $860,000 | 19 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $460,000 | 18 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
The Goldenson-Arbus 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 The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $400,000 |
| New York | 6 | $33,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $14,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $7,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loreen Arbus Foundation | To make grants to qualifying public charities | $400,000 |
| Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research FD | General operating | $13,000 |
| Broadcasters Foundation of America | General operating | $12,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - NE | Needham annual fund | $5,500 |
| Boston Latin School | General operating | $5,000 |
| Cornell University | School of hotel administration | $5,000 |
| The Taft School | Education, student support, taft parents' fund | $4,000 |
| Kids in Crisis | General operating | $3,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS american f | Student activities fund | $3,000 |
| Museum of Science | General operating | $2,500 |
| Chewonki | General operating | $1,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | General operating | $1,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General operating | $1,000 |
| Harboring Hearts | Support for heart patients | $1,000 |
| American Camp Association | General operating, scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Literacy Partners | General operating | $1,000 |
| Neponset Valley Humane Society | General operating | $500 |
| Harvard University | Friends of harvard athletic wrestling | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Loreen J Arbus
- Maxine W Goldenson
- Maryellen Mastrogiorgio
- Martin Pompadur
Questions people ask
Does The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc give?
$460,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Loreen J Arbus (President), Maxine W Goldenson (Vice President), Maryellen Mastrogiorgio (Sec, Treas) and Martin Pompadur (Chairman).
What does The Goldenson-Arbus Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.