Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 and the largest $65,000. 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$158,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $164,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $131,750 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $164,500 | 12 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $158,500 | 8 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Meyer and Ida Gordon 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 Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $158,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Jewish Community Foundation | General purpose | $65,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Houston | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Houston Jewish Community Foundation | General purpose | $17,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Seven Arces Jewish Senior Care Services Inc | General purpose | $5,500 |
| Seven Arces Jewish Senior Care Services Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Forge for Families | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Gordon
- Nancy Gordon
- Daniel P Gordon
- Scott Gordon
- Ryan Gordon
- Matthew Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation give?
$158,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James C Gordon (President), Nancy Gordon (Secretary), Daniel P Gordon (Vice President) and Scott Gordon (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Meyer and Ida Gordon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and health.