The Gellman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gellman Foundation is a private foundation in Spokane, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,200 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$65,200
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,700 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,500 | 20 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,700 | 29 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $65,200 | 26 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Gellman 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 Gellman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 3 | $18,500 |
| California | 7 | $13,700 |
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $8,500 |
| Oregon | 3 | $7,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad House of Spokane | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Smith-Barbieri Fund | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Chabad of Eugene | Charitable | $3,500 |
| PHB Santa Monica Synagogue | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Los Angeles Food Bank | Charitable | $3,200 |
| Bolts (The Political Report) | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hope House - Volunteers of America | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Temple Beth Israel | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Marble House Project | Charitable | $2,000 |
| National Resources Defence Council | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ou - Jlic | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Village Life Outreach Project | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Louis D Brandeis Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Homeless Not Toothless | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Spread the Vote | Charitable | $2,000 |
| UNC Sils - Steinfirst Memorial Fund | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Chabad Jewish Student Center at USC | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers of Los Angeles | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Open Temple | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Protect Democracy Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Yestermorrow | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Oregon Hillel | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur M Gellman
- George I Gellman
- Deborah Gellman Zaretsky
Questions people ask
Does The Gellman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gellman Foundation give?
$65,200 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Gellman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur M Gellman (Trustee), George I Gellman (Trustee) and Deborah Gellman Zaretsky (Trustee).
What does The Gellman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.