Gertrude S Gordon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gertrude S Gordon Foundation is a private foundation in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $523,605 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $31,063 and the largest $139,618. 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$523,605
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$31,063
- Largest grant$139,618
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $519,063 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $495,532 | 10 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $519,063 | 10 | $10.8 million |
| 2025 | $523,605 | 10 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
Gertrude S 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 Gertrude S Gordon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $498,345 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,260 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse Community Foundation | Humanitarian | $139,618 |
| Gundersen Lutheran Medical Fdn | Health | $118,519 |
| Boys & Girls Club of la Crosse | Youth development | $58,796 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $31,834 |
| Coulee Region Humane Society | Animal care | $31,243 |
| La Crosse Public Library | Education | $30,883 |
| United Fund Arts & Humanities | Humanitarian | $29,438 |
| La Crosse Public Education Fdn | Education | $29,309 |
| Bethany Lutheran Homes Inc | Health | $28,705 |
| Salvation Army | Humanitarian | $25,260 |
Officers and trustees
- Trust Point Inc
Questions people ask
Does Gertrude S Gordon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gertrude S Gordon Foundation give?
$523,605 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $31,063.
Who runs Gertrude S Gordon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Trust Point Inc (Trustee).
What does Gertrude S Gordon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.