The Gould - Shenfeld Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gould - Shenfeld Family Foundation is a private foundation in Great Neck, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $929,873 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,800 and the largest $536,796. 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$929,873
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,800
- Largest grant$536,796
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $956,682 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $956,682 | 5 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $929,873 | 5 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Gould - Shenfeld Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $799,073 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation | To further org's charitable objectives | $536,796 |
| Others - Misc Organized Charities - Details Upon Request | To further org's charitable objectives | $212,277 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | To further org's charitable objectives | $75,800 |
| The American Israel Education Foundation | To further org's charitable objectives | $55,000 |
| The Birth Right Israel Foundation | To further org's charitable objectives | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew J Gould
- Wendy Shenfeld
- Jeffrey A Gould
Questions people ask
Does The Gould - Shenfeld Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gould - Shenfeld Family Foundation give?
$929,873 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,800.
Who runs The Gould - Shenfeld Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew J Gould (Trustee), Wendy Shenfeld (Trustee) and Jeffrey A Gould (Trustee).