Benjamin And Elizabeth Gordon Charitable
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to funding various charitable causes, with a strong emphasis on education, Jewish community support, healthcare, and social services. Its mission includes promoting education and public policy, supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders, and enhancing the well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly within Jewish communities. The foundation also aims to foster a welcoming environment for Jews of all backgrounds and to promote American interests in the Middle East. It actively supports initiatives that provide access to essential resources such as quality education, healthcare, and financial stability, primarily focusing on the Palm Beach area and extending its reach globally.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Organizations aligned with the foundation's observed interests—Jewish communal institutions, education and research institutions, healthcare/child health providers, and Palm Beach-area human services—typically with an existing relationship or intermediary connection.
Good Fit
- • A demonstrated program in Jewish community life, Israel-related work, education, or child/health services.
- • A local Palm Beach connection or prior relationship with the foundation or known grantees.
- • Introductions or endorsements from recurring recipients (e.g., local federations or schools).
- • Funding needs that match the foundation’s past grant sizes (small to mid-range grants and occasional larger awards).
Geography
Grants in the latest year reached recipients in eight states and include major institutions outside Florida, though about 43% of dollars were paid to Florida-based recipients.
Recipient Variety
The latest filing shows 18 distinct recipients in one year, with a mix of local synagogues, education institutions, national nonprofits and a major university; this indicates a broad recipient set despite dollar concentration among a few grantees.
New Applicants
Observed behavior shows many new recipients in 2024, but the foundation explicitly states grants are to preselected organizations and no public application route is visible; with only two years of history, direct openness to cold applicants cannot be confirmed.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
