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Gordon Foundation

Danvers, Massachusetts  ·  EIN 042794647  ·  Private foundation

Based in Danvers, Massachusetts, Gordon Foundation has awarded $32.7M across 56 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Northeastern University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$2.9M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$805K
Assets (FY2020)
56
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What Gordon Foundation funds

Gordon Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (jewish), health care, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Jewish)Health CareHigher Education

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Northeastern University
UNRESTRICTED GRANT
Boston, MA$4.2M2024
Northeastern University
UNRESTRICTED GRANT
Boston, MA$4.1M2023
Northeastern University
UNRESTRICTED GRANT
Boston, MA$2.5M2017

How to apply for funding from Gordon Foundation

From Gordon Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:

“APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT ANYTIME. A NOTICE OF APPROVAL, REJECTION OR A REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMAT”

Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.

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Frequently asked questions about Gordon Foundation

Does Gordon Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes — Gordon Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
What does Gordon Foundation fund?
Gordon Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Northeastern University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Gordon Foundation give in grants?
Gordon Foundation reported $2.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $32.7M over 56 grants.
Where is Gordon Foundation located?
Gordon Foundation is based in Danvers, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 042794647.
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About this profile. This page is built from Gordon Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Gordon Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.