The Gitlin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gitlin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 42 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$27.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1.6 million | 47 | $32.8 million |
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 39 | $27.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 42 | $27.0 million |
How to apply
The Gitlin 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.
What The Gitlin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 31 | $1.2 million |
| New Jersey | 4 | $108,500 |
| New York | 3 | $77,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson University Hosp | Support hospital | $200,000 |
| Abington Health Foundation | Support abington hospital | $100,000 |
| Congregation of Beth or | Religious education support | $100,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Support low income ind. & families | $100,000 |
| The Mann Center Fo Performing Arts | Support of the arts | $100,000 |
| Fox Chase Cancer Center | In honor of dr. Robert uzzo | $80,000 |
| Rubye's Kids | Empowering children in need | $80,000 |
| American Friends of Maden David | Medical support | $57,500 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Support of chidren's hospital | $50,000 |
| Jack Barrack Hebrew Academy | Education support | $50,000 |
| Majorie & Lewis Katz JCC | Community support | $50,000 |
| Perelman Jewish Day School | Education support | $50,000 |
| Philabundance | Food bank | $50,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Diabetes research | $30,000 |
| Families Forward | Support for homeless | $30,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Toy drive | $30,000 |
| Deborah Hospital Foundation | Deborah hospital support | $25,000 |
| Eagles Autism Foundation | Autism research | $25,000 |
| Gift of Life | Support organ donation | $25,000 |
| Jafco | Support abused children | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | Provide social services to families | $25,000 |
| Hope Grows for Austism | Austism research | $20,000 |
| Jaws Youth Playbook | Improve wellness of at risk youth | $18,500 |
| ALS Hope Foundation | Als support | $15,000 |
| Joyful Gathering Spiritual Center | Spiritual eduation | $15,000 |
| Mighty Writers | Help children write with clarity | $15,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Support int'l med programs | $10,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Leukemia & lymphoma research | $10,000 |
| Lewis Katz School of Med Temple | Medical education support | $10,000 |
| Mattie N Dixon Community Cupboard | Ambler food bank | $10,000 |
| Mother's Home | Shelter for pregnant women | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Support of ill children & families | $10,000 |
| 1812 Productions | Support of the arts | $5,000 |
| Family Promise Montco Pa | Ambler food bank | $5,000 |
| Looking Out for Kids | Vision & hearing ser. For children | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish | Wishes for ill children | $5,000 |
| Manna on Main Street | Lansdale food pantry | $5,000 |
| Miracle Flights | Flights for medical care | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Hope | Religious education support | $5,000 |
| Philadelphia Orchestra | Support of the arts | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey S Gitlin
- Amy E Gitlin
- Michelle Gitlin Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does The Gitlin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gitlin Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Gitlin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harvey S Gitlin (Director), Amy E Gitlin (Treasury/Dir) and Michelle Gitlin Goldstein (President/Di).
What does The Gitlin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.