Gordon Foundation Bernard M Gordon Et Al Trustees
Historical FunderDanvers, Massachusetts · EIN 04-2794647 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $35,000 and $750,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BERNARD M GORDON |
|---|---|
| Address | 16B ELECTRONICS AVENUE, DANVERS MA 01923 |
| Phone | 9787506100 |
| Form and materials | IN WRITING INDICATING PURPOSE |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT ANYTIME. A NOTICE OF APPROVAL, REJECTION OR A REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMAT |
| Restrictions | NO |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA | Unrestricted grant | $4,200,500 |
| Salem State University | Salem, MA | Unrestricted grant | $1,000,000 |
| Museum of Science | Boston, MA | Unrestricted grant | $750,000 |
| American Society for Technion | New York, NY | Unrestricted grant | $530,000 |
| Lahey Hospital & Medical Center | Burlington, MA | Unrestricted grant | $75,000 |
| Eye Corps Inc | Dallas, TX | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Gloucester Education Foundation | Gloucester, MA | Unrestricted grant | $35,000 |
| Manchester Essex Conservation Trust | Manchester, MA | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,665,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $6,998,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349100733
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-2794647
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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