The Goodman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Goodman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Woodbury, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,480 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $350 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,480
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$350
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$1,399
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12,110 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $11,355 | 1 | $4,488 |
| 2024 | $12,110 | 1 | $2,879 |
| 2025 | $7,480 | 16 | $1,399 |
How to apply
The Goodman 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.
What The Goodman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $3,630 |
| New York | 7 | $3,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $350 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | General operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General operating expenses | $900 |
| Temple Emanu-El Palm Beach | General operating expenses | $680 |
| American Jewish Committee | General operating expenses | $500 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | General operating expenses | $500 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General operating expenses | $500 |
| Children's Home Society of Florida | General operating expenses | $350 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General operating expenses | $350 |
| United Way of Palm Beach | General operating expenses | $350 |
| Frances Page Foundation | General operating expenses | $250 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General operating expenses | $250 |
| National Italian American | General operating expenses | $250 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General operating expenses | $200 |
| Project Hope | General operating expenses | $150 |
| St Jude's Hospital | General operating expenses | $150 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General operating expenses | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Goodman
- Andrew Goodman
- Peter Buell
Questions people ask
Does The Goodman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goodman Charitable Trust give?
$7,480 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $350.
Who runs The Goodman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Goodman (Trustee), Andrew Goodman (Trustee) and Peter Buell (Trustee).
What does The Goodman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.