Goldsmith Legacy Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 56-2626361
Foundation Overview
Based in Pasadena, CA, Goldsmith Legacy Foundation has awarded 158 grants totaling $1,112,000 to organizations in California and Pennsylvania. Individual grants range from $2,500 to $12,500, with a median award of $7,500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
2 of 15 recipients (13%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
99% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in Los Angeles (24%), Pasadena (18%), Santa Ana (10%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 98% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on community projects with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Goldsmith Legacy Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Casa Serena | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Elizabeth House | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| House Of Ruth | $12,500 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Kherut | $5,000 | Anaheim, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Hope Harbor | $10,000 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $10,000 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $10,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Women's Transitional Living Center | $5,000 | Fullerton, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Treasures | $2,500 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Casa Serena | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Elizabeth House | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Special Service For Groups | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Laurel House | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $7,500 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Kherut | $2,500 | Anaheim, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Women's Transitional Living Center | $2,500 | Fullerton, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Safe Passage | $2,500 | Thousand Oaks, CA, US | General Support | 2023 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Casa Serena | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Elizabeth House | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,000 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Laurel House | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $7,500 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mpower Alliance | $2,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mercy House Living Centers | $5,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Casa Serena | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Elizabeth House | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,000 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Laurel House | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $7,500 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mpower Alliance | $2,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mercy House Living Centers | $5,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Casa Serena | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Elizabeth House | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,000 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Laurel House | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $7,500 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $7,500 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mpower Alliance | $2,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mercy House Living Centers | $5,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| A New Way Of Life | $11,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Casa Serena | $4,500 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| East La Women's Center | $11,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Elizabeth House | $6,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $8,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| House Of Ruth | $11,000 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Laurel House | $5,000 | Norristown, PA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| South County Outreach | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $5,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $11,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $11,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Wise Place | $11,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Claris Health | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Laura's House | $2,500 | Aliso Viejo, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Serving People In Need Inc | $2,500 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | General Support | 2021 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Casa Serena | $4,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Elizabeth House | $5,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,000 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Laurel House | $5,000 | Norristown, PA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Peace Over Violence | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $5,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,000 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Wise Place | $10,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| South County Outreach | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| The Priority Center | $2,500 | Anaheim, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Gateway To Housing | $2,500 | Newport Beach, CA, US | General Support | 2020 |
| A New Way Of Life | $8,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Casa Serena | $2,500 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| East La Women's Center | $8,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| House Of Ruth | $8,500 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Mercy House Living Centers | $7,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| South County Outreach | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $5,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $8,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $8,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Wise Place | $8,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Woman Sage | $8,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Womans Traditional Living Center | $7,500 | Fullerton, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Sunrise Community Outreach | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| The Villa | $2,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Serving People In Need | $2,500 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Safe Passage | $5,000 | Van Nuys, CA, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Mercy House Living Centers | $5,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Woman Sage | $10,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Womans Traditional Living Center | $5,000 | Fullerton, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| East La Women's Center | $10,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| House Of Ruth | $10,500 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Women Crowned In Glory Inc | $2,500 | Studio City, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $5,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Wise Place | $10,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Families Of Criminal Justice | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| South County Outreach | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Casa Verona | $2,500 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | General Support | 2017 |
| A New Way Of Life | $10,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| East La Women's Center | $5,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| House Of Ruth | $5,500 | Claremont, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Mariposa Women's Center | $2,500 | Orange County, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Center For Community Solutions | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Thomas House Temporary Shelter | $2,500 | Garden Grove, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | $10,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Walter Hoving Home | $10,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Wise Place | $10,500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Door Of Hope | $2,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | General Support | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Goldsmith Legacy Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 56-2626361 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 251 S LAKE AVENUE 730 Pasadena, CA 91101-0000 |
Key People (5)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Goldsmith Legacy Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Treasurer | Jessica Goldsmith |
|---|---|
| President | Janelle Smith |
| Vice President | Jason Smith |
| Secretary | Judy Fullman |
| Director | Jamen Wurm |
Forms 990-PF
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Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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