The Goodman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Goodman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Salisbury, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $548,500 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $58,000. 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$548,500
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$58,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was down from $625,800 the year before.
52% 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 | $609,000 | 78 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $625,800 | 61 | $11.4 million |
| 2025 | $548,500 | 52 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
The Goodman Foundation Inc 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 Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 31 | $340,500 |
| Texas | 17 | $170,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $28,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders | Charitable use | $58,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable use | $25,000 |
| Central United Methodist Church | Charitable use | $25,000 |
| Duke University | Charitable use | $25,000 |
| The FWCD Foundation | Charitable use | $25,000 |
| Asheville Museum of Science | Charitable use | $20,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable use | $20,000 |
| Texas Christian Unviersity | Charitable use | $20,000 |
| UNC Asheville Foundation Inc | Charitable use | $20,000 |
| Black Mountain Home for Children | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| North Carolina Veterinary Medical Foundation | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| Ut Southwestern Medical Center | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| Watauga Humane Society | Charitable use | $15,000 |
| All Souls Counseling Center | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Asheville Catholic School | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Cook Childrens Health Foundation | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Educational First Steps | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Fort Worth Museum of Science and History | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Highland Park Education Foundation | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| James L West Center for Dementia Care | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| Kimbell Art Museum | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| NC State Annual Giving | Charitable use | $10,000 |
| North Carolina Arboretum Society | Charitable use | $7,500 |
| Givens Communities | Charitable use | $6,000 |
| WNC Nature Center | Charitable use | $6,000 |
| Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Exchange Club Christmas Fund | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Greensboro College | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Haywood Street Congregation | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Hospitality House | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Literacy Together | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Mountain Child Advocacy Center | Charitable use | $5,000 |
| Pisgah Legal Services | Charitable use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey V Goodman
- Dorothy G Settle
- Arthur L Hattaway Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Goodman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goodman Foundation Inc give?
$548,500 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs The Goodman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey V Goodman (Pres & Treas), Dorothy G Settle (Secretary) and Arthur L Hattaway Jr (Asst. Secret).
What does The Goodman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.