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Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation is a private corporation based in SEATTLE, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2007. The principal officer is Seattle Jewish Federation. It holds total assets of $2M. Annual income is reported at $517K. Total assets have decreased from $2.8M in 2010 to $2.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and New York. According to available records, Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation has made 62 grants totaling $421K, with a median grant of $4K. Annual giving has grown from $59K in 2020 to $101K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $157K distributed across 22 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $360 to $35K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 32 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, New York, Oklahoma, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$360
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$35K
Based on 21 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 62 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, NY, OK.
Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation has distributed a total of $421K across 62 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $360 to $35K.
Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (200515144) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Karen Mayers Gamoran Foundation is headquartered in SEATTLE, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karen Mayers Gamoran | PRESIDENT & | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joel B Gamoran | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Erin Haber | VICE-PRESIDE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$151K
Total Assets
$2.1M
Fair Market Value
$2.1M
Net Worth
$2M
Grants Paid
$101K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$73K
Distribution Amount
$101K
Total: $1.1M
Total Grants
62
Total Giving
$421K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
32
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| HadassahGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2021 |
| Jewish Family ServiceGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| Temple De Hirsch SinaiGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Folds Of Honor FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Tulsa, OK | $6K | 2023 |
| Jewish Joint Distribution CommitteeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Westside SchoolGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Stroum Jewish Community CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Mercer Island, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Kline Galland HomeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Crohn'S & Colitis FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Mercer Island, WA | $4K | 2023 |
| Rabbi Weiner Discretionary FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Association Of WaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Mercer Island, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater SeattlGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| The Living Desert Zoo And GardenGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Palm Desert, CA | $750 | 2023 |
| Jewish Joint Distributiion CommitteGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Westside BabyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2022 |
| Hillel FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2022 |
| Bet Shira CongregationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Port Townsend, WA | $4K | 2022 |
| Seattle Children'S HospitalGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $3K | 2022 |
| Edmonds Waterfront CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Edmonds, WA | $1K | 2022 |
| Stolen YouthGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $4K | 2021 |
| American RiversGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $3K | 2021 |
| Animal Defense LeagueGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Antonio, TX | $3K | 2021 |
| Multiple SclerosisGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $3K | 2021 |
| Girls IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $3K | 2021 |
| Holocaust Center For The HumanityGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $3K | 2021 |
| The Rivkin CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2021 |