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Gershwind Family Foundation is a private corporation based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is J Robert Small. It holds total assets of $18.9M. Annual income is reported at $326K. Total assets have grown from $12.4M in 2011 to $18.9M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York and Florida. According to available records, Gershwind Family Foundation has made 80 grants totaling $3M, with a median grant of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $605K, with an average award of $38K. The foundation has supported 40 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Florida, District of Columbia, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$175
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$26K
Largest Grant
$601K
Based on 40 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Gershwind Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 80 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, FL, DC.
Gershwind Family Foundation has distributed a total of $3M across 80 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $38K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $605K.
Gershwind Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Gershwind Family Foundation is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Jacobson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| J Robert Small | TREASURER / SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Erik Gershwind | DIRECTOR / VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Stacey Bennett | DIRECTOR / VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marjorie Gershwind Fiverson | DIRECTOR / PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$18.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$18.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
80
Total Giving
$3M
Average Grant
$38K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
40
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Presbyterian Fund IncMEDICAL | New York, NY | $605K | 2022 |
| Uja-Federation Of New YorkCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $271K | 2022 |
| Temple Beth-El Of Great NeckCharitable | Great Neck, NY | $200K | 2022 |
| American Israel Education FoundationCharitable | Washington, DC | $75K | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach CountyCHARITABLE | West Palm Beach, FL | $59K | 2022 |
| Maccabi World UnionCharitable | Palm Beach, FL | $50K | 2022 |
| Israel Tennis Centers FoundationCharitable | Deerfield Beach, FL | $27K | 2022 |
| The Jewish MuseumCharitable | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Northwell Health FoundationMEDICAL | Great Neck, NY | $20K | 2022 |
| Kravis Center For The Performing ArtsCHARITABLE | West Palm Beach, FL | $20K | 2022 |
| Morselife Foundation IncCHARITABLE | West Palm Beach, FL | $20K | 2022 |
| Birthright Israel FoundationCharitable | Melville, NY | $19K | 2022 |
| American Friends Of The Hebrew UniversityEducational | Boston, MA | $15K | 2022 |
| Brigham And Women'S HospitalMedical | Juniper, FL | $13K | 2022 |
| Norton Museum Of ArtCHARITABLE | West Palm Beach, FL | $13K | 2022 |
| American Friends Of The Israel PhilharmonicCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Town Of Palm Beach United Way IncCharitable | Palm Beach, FL | $10K | 2022 |
| Sid Jacobson Jewish Community CenterCHARITABLE | East Hills, NY | $7K | 2022 |
| Prep For PrepCharitable | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Head Injury Foundation IncCharitable | Jericho, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| American Friends Of The Israel MuseumCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Riverside HawksCharitable | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Palm Beach Police & Fire FoundationCharitable | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Children'S Health Alliance For IsraelMEDICAL | Deerfield Beach, FL | $3K | 2022 |
| Yai (Ihope)Charitable | New York, NY | $3K | 2022 |