The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.7 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $5.0 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$11.7 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$126 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.8 million the year before.
34% 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 | $8.8 million | 35 | $122 million |
| 2024 | $11.7 million | 41 | $126 million |
How to apply
The Sol 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 Sol Goldman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $9.3 million |
| California | 2 | $850,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $750,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $360,000 |
| Massachusetts | 12 | $290,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Presbyterian Fund Inc | To support the charity's mission | $5.0 million |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | To support the charity's mission. | $1.3 million |
| Columbia University | To support the charity's mission | $1.0 million |
| UJA Federation of New York | To support the charity's mission. | $1.0 million |
| Mayo Clinic | To support the charity's mission. | $750,000 |
| Salk Institute for Biological Studies | To support the charity's mission. | $750,000 |
| City Harvest Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $400,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $250,000 |
| Brigham and Womens Hospital | To support the charity's mission. | $200,000 |
| American Friends of Sheba Medical Center | To support the charity's mission. | $100,000 |
| Jewish Center of the Hamptons | To support the charity's mission. | $100,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | To support the charity's mission | $100,000 |
| Yale University | To support the charity's mission. | $100,000 |
| Yeshiva University | To support the charity's mission. | $100,000 |
| New York Junior Tennis and Learning | To support the charity's mission. | $75,000 |
| Parkinson's Disease Foundation | To support the charity's mission. | $70,000 |
| American Friends of Bishvilaych | To support the charity's mission. | $60,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Coalition | To support the charity's mission. | $50,000 |
| Sharsheret | To support the charity's mission. | $50,000 |
| Pet Res-Q | To support the charity's mission. | $40,000 |
| Mannes College | To support the charity's mission. | $30,000 |
| American Friends of Ramot Torah Schools Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| The Deborah Project | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| The Valtarese Foundation Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| University of St Andrews American | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| Englewood Hospital Foundation | To support the charity's mission. | $20,000 |
| Stephen Wise Free Synagogue | To support the charity's mission. | $20,000 |
| Wnet | To support the charity's mission. | $20,000 |
| Boston University Hillel House | To support the charity's mission. | $15,000 |
| Beekman Place Association | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Congregation Mishkan Tefila | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Jewbelong Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Jewish Big Brother Big Sister | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family and Childrens Service of Greater Boston | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Oak Square YMCA of Greater Boston | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| The Dana Farber Cancer Institute | To support the charity's mission. | $10,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $5,000 |
| New England Connection for Pku and Allied Disorders Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $5,000 |
| Supportive Living Inc | To support the charity's mission. | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane H Goldman
- Louisa Little
- Michael U Lewis
- Benjamin H Lewis
Questions people ask
Does The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust give?
$11.7 million in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane H Goldman (Trustee), Louisa Little (Trustee), Michael U Lewis (Trustee) and Benjamin H Lewis (Trustee).
What does The Sol Goldman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.