Gold Family Charitable Trust
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a diverse range of causes, primarily focusing on health, education, and Jewish community initiatives. Its mission includes providing lifesaving medical supplies, enhancing Jewish identity and community connections, and promoting environmental conservation. The foundation supports various organizations that address food insecurity, disaster response, and educational opportunities, reflecting a commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities. It operates mainly within the United States, with a significant emphasis on New York and Illinois.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established charitable organizations with demonstrated programmatic fit in the foundation's observed areas (healthcare, higher education/research, Jewish community programs, conservation, and bicycling-related mobility), preferably with a New York presence or clear New York impact.
Good Fit
- • An established nonprofit with an operational footprint or program in New York.
- • Work in health, higher education/research, Jewish community engagement, environmental conservation, or bicycle mobility programs.
- • Existing relationships or referrals into the foundation's network, or prior partnership history with listed grantees.
- • Capacity to manage mid-to-large grants (many grants in the $25K–$250K range and several six-figure awards observed).
Geography
Grants go to organizations in 10 states, but the portfolio is strongly New York–focused: 77% of dollars went to New York in the latest year, indicating regional concentration despite multi-state reach.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 35 distinct recipients in the latest year with a broad mix of missions (health, education, Jewish organizations, environment, bicycling programs), and gave to many independent organizations rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Filings state grants are to preselected organizations and no public application route is visible, which reduces open solicitation; however the latest year included 10 new recipients (about 29% of grantees), so new entrants do appear to be added occasionally even if not via a public RFP.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
