Joseph N Gorson Foundation
Invitation OnlyPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-6297463 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$35K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$720K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
38% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable donation | $7,000 |
| Har Zion Temple | Narberth, PA | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth El Ner Tamid | Broomall, PA | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Philabundance | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable donation | $3,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Rockville, NY | Charitable donation | $3,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Bala Cynwyd, PA | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Jfcs of Greater Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| American Heart Association | Waltham, MA | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Rettssyndromeorg | Cincinnati, OH | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hosp | Memphis, TN | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | New York, NY | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Laurel House | Norristown, PA | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 16 |
| 2022 | $40,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601049349100425
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-6297463
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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