The Gottesman Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Gottesman Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $94.7 million in 98 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $27.9 million. 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$94.7 million
- Number of grants98
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$27.9 million
- Assets$693 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was up from $83.8 million the year before.
51% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $36.8 million | 91 | $1.5 billion |
| 2023 | $83.8 million | 99 | $1.7 billion |
| 2024 | $94.7 million | 98 | $693 million |
How to apply
The Gottesman Fund 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 Gottesman Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 61 | $88.4 million |
| New Jersey | 7 | $2.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1.6 million |
| Maryland | 4 | $1.2 million |
| California | 8 | $402,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $200,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $165,000 |
| Vermont | 4 | $130,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $110,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montefiore Health System Albert Einstein College of Medicine | General support | $27.9 million |
| Nli USA Inc | General support | $15.0 million |
| Pef Israel Endowment Fund | General support | $12.3 million |
| American Museum of Natural History | General support | $6.0 million |
| The Shefa School | General support | $5.4 million |
| Foundation for Jewish Camp | General support | $3.0 million |
| Yeshiva University | General support | $3.0 million |
| The New York Public Library | General support | $2.0 million |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | General support | $1.7 million |
| Jewish Communal Fund | General support | $1.6 million |
| Mount Sinai Health System | General support | $1.3 million |
| Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nations Capital | General support | $1.2 million |
| Nefesh Bnefesh Jewish Souls United Inc | General support | $1.0 million |
| Sanctuary for Families | General support | $675,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General support | $600,000 |
| Abraham Joshua Heschel School | General support | $540,000 |
| The New York Botanical Garden | General support | $512,500 |
| American Friends of Laniado Hospital | General support | $500,000 |
| Jewish Museum of Maryland | General support | $500,000 |
| The Leffell School | General support | $425,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | General support | $400,000 |
| Sar Academy Sar High School | General support | $375,000 |
| The Frisch School | General support | $350,000 |
| UJA - Federation of New York | General support | $325,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | General support | $300,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | General support | $275,000 |
| Drisha Institute | General support | $250,000 |
| Kesher Israel Congregation | General support | $250,000 |
| The Brotherhoodsister Sol | General support | $250,000 |
| West Side Campaign Against Hunger | General support | $250,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation Israel Friends | General support | $250,000 |
| Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan | General support | $225,000 |
| Zamir Choral Foundation | General support | $225,000 |
| The Sheridan Libraries Johns Hopkins University | General support | $223,200 |
| Brigid Alliance | General support | $200,000 |
| Grownyc | General support | $200,000 |
| Ifwhenhow Lawyering for Reproductive Justice | General support | $200,000 |
| Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls | General support | $200,000 |
| National Institute for Reproductive Health | General support | $200,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | General support | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth L Gottesman
- Robert W Gottesman
- Alice R Gottesman
- William L Gottesman
Questions people ask
Does The Gottesman Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gottesman Fund give?
$94.7 million in tax year 2024, across 98 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Gottesman Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Ruth L Gottesman (Co-President), Robert W Gottesman (Treasurer), Alice R Gottesman (Chairperson) and William L Gottesman (Co-President).
What does The Gottesman Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.