Joseph N Gorson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph N Gorson Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $35,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$35,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$719,725
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $40,000 the year before.
31% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $40,000 | 12 | $568,206 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 16 | $32,268 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 13 | $719,725 |
How to apply
Joseph N Gorson 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.
What Joseph N Gorson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $28,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation | Charitable donation | $7,000 |
| Har Zion Temple | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth El Ner Tamid | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Philabundance | Charitable donation | $3,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable donation | $3,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| JFCS of Greater Philadelphia | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Rettssyndromeorg | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hosp | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Laurel House | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynne Cohen
- Janice W Gorson
Questions people ask
Does Joseph N Gorson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph N Gorson Foundation give?
$35,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Joseph N Gorson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lynne Cohen (Chairman) and Janice W Gorson (Trustee).
What does Joseph N Gorson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.