The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $917,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$917,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$12.9 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $180,000 | 6 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $917,000 | 24 | $12.9 million |
How to apply
The Lillian Goldman 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 Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $537,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $185,000 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Center for Jewish History | Religious | $200,000 |
| The Voter Participation Center | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Wnet | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Drake University - Agricultural Law Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Temple Emanu-El | Charitable | $40,000 |
| United Jewish Appeal | Charitable | $30,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Delaware Art Museum Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Educational | $20,000 |
| Ultimate Sacrifice Foundation Inc | Charitable | $12,000 |
| American Friends of Natal Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Judge David L Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Theater Breaking Through Barriers Corp | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewbelong Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Irving Medical Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bellevue Literary Review Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| English Speaking Union of the United States | Educational | $5,000 |
| Voices From the Heart of Medicine Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Goldman Fowler
- Donald A Goldsmith Esq
- Sara Goldman Arno
- Robin Kemper
- Stephanie Goldman
- Kevin Cornish
Questions people ask
Does The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust give?
$917,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Goldman Fowler (Trustee), Donald A Goldsmith Esq (Trustee), Sara Goldman Arno (Trustee) and Robin Kemper (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.