The Goldman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Goldman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newtown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $750,000. 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 grants20
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$31.1 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 29 | $34.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 20 | $31.1 million |
How to apply
The Goldman 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 Goldman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 7 | $945,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $380,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $60,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer Street Friends | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $750,000 |
| Autism Cares Foundation | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $200,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $100,000 |
| Emily's Entourage | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $100,000 |
| Interfaith Health & Support Services | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $100,000 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $45,000 |
| Ocean County Meals on Wheels | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $35,000 |
| Philabundance | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $35,000 |
| St Francis Human Concerns | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $25,000 |
| Woodside Meals on Wheels | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $25,000 |
| Coastal Volunteers in Medicine | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $20,000 |
| Coal Creek Meals on Wheels | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $15,000 |
| Dogue de Bordeaux Rescue | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $15,000 |
| Lightshine Canine Rescue | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $10,000 |
| Settlement Music School of Philadelphia | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $10,000 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $10,000 |
| Big East Akita Rescue | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
| Heritage Conservancy | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
| School of Honk | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
| The Miracle League of Northampton County | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Goldman
- Carole Goldman
- Barbara Goldman
- Jessica Wong
Questions people ask
Does The Goldman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Goldman Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Goldman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Goldman (Trustee), Carole Goldman (Trustee), Barbara Goldman (Trustee) and Jessica Wong (Trustee).
What does The Goldman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and seniors.