Michael And Deborah Gordon Charitable | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 82-3687152
Foundation Overview
Based in Rochester, NY, Michael And Deborah Gordon Charitable has awarded 148 grants totaling $704,500 to organizations in New York and Florida. Individual grants range from $500 to $25,000, with a median award of $2,500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
5 of 21 recipients (24%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
87% of all grants are concentrated in New York, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within New York, funding concentrates in Rochester (84%), Sarasota (7%), New York (5%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 140% growth in annual giving over 6 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (66%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Michael And Deborah Gordon Charitable'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $7,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | 2024 Annual Campaign | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $2,500 | Sarasota, FL, US | Classroom Without Borders | 2024 |
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra | $1,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Bristol Mountain Concert | 2024 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Uniforms | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $1,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Magen David Adam Ambulance Fund | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,500 | Sarasota, FL, US | Women's Giving Circle | 2024 |
| Jewish Family Services Of Rochester | $8,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Brighton Food Cupboard $2,000; St. Adult/holocaust Program $6,000 | 2024 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council Of Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Temple Brith Kodesh | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Children/family High Holidays Singer | 2024 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | $2,500 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $2,500 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $3,500 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Luncheon | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Israel Defense Forces | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Ptsd Program For Service Members | 2024 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Sarasota, NY, US | Annual Campaign | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | 2024-2025 Annual Campaign | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $10,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | 2025 Annual Campaign | 2024 |
| Jewish Senior Life Foundation | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | 2024 Annual Campaign | 2024 |
| Tempro Development Co | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $3,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Ignite Grants Spring 2025 Campaign | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2024 |
| Temple Beth El | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Keshet Preschool; Director Discretionary Fund | 2024 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Wp Basket Project | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $6,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | 75th Rpo/israel Celebration | 2023 |
| Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation | $1,800 | New York, NY, US | Long Boat Key Event | 2023 |
| Temple Brith Kodesh - Inler Fin Dir | $3,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Jason The Singer For Children/families On The High Holidays | 2023 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Uniforms | 2023 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Center For Youth Services | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Fashion Week | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $20,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Swords Of Iron | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $5,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Swords Of Iron | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Women's Giving Circle | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $2,500 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $3,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,000 | Rochester, NY, US | 2023 Gala Event | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Basket Project | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Mort Skirboll Jewish Film Festival | 2023 |
| Jewish Senior Life Foundation | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Tempro Development Co Inc | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ukrainian Patriot Inc | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Boys & Girls Club Of Rochester, Inc., Brighton Volunteer Ambulance, Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, Camp Good Days And Special Times, Golisano Children's Hospital, Mercy Flight Central (Based In Canandaigua), Wilmot Cancer Institute, Young Women's College Prep, Garth Fagan Dance - Youth Education, Hillside Children's Center, Willow Domestic Volence Center | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Wp Basket Project | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $6,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | 75th Rpo/israel Celebration | 2023 |
| Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation | $1,800 | New York, NY, US | Long Boat Key Event | 2023 |
| Temple Brith Kodesh - Inler Fin Dir | $3,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Jason The Singer For Children/families On The High Holidays | 2023 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Uniforms | 2023 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Center For Youth Services | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Fashion Week | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $20,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Swords Of Iron | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $5,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Swords Of Iron | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Women's Giving Circle | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $2,500 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $3,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,000 | Rochester, NY, US | 2023 Gala Event | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Basket Project | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,000 | Sarasota, NY, US | Mort Skirboll Jewish Film Festival | 2023 |
| Jewish Senior Life Foundation | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Tempro Development Co Inc | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ukrainian Patriot Inc | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Boys & Girls Club Of Rochester, Inc., Brighton Volunteer Ambulance, Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, Camp Good Days And Special Times, Golisano Children's Hospital, Mercy Flight Central (Based In Canandaigua), Wilmot Cancer Institute, Young Women's College Prep, Garth Fagan Dance - Youth Education, Hillside Children's Center, Willow Domestic Volence Center | 2023 |
| Champion Academy | $500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $2,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Hillel Community Day School | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Food & Hygiene Baskets | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $18,000 | Rochester, NY, US | 2023 Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $6,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Senior Life | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Tempro Development Co Inc | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Boy Scouts Of America, Iroquois Trail Council, Boys & Girls Club Of Rochester, Inc., Brighton Volunteer Ambulance, Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, Camp Good Days And Special Times, Golisano Children's Hospital, Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester, Mercy Flight Central (Based In Canandaigua), Wilmot Cancer Institute, Young Women's College Prep | 2022 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Temple Beth El | $5,200 | Rochester, NY, US | Keshet Pre-school Promethean Smart Board | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Central & Western New York Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $1,800 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Camp Seneca Lake | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Ukraine Emergency Fund | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Brighton Food Cupboard | 2022 |
| Champion Academy | $500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $2,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Hillel Community Day School | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Food & Hygiene Baskets | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $18,000 | Rochester, NY, US | 2023 Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $6,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Senior Life | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Tempro Development Co Inc | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Boy Scouts Of America, Iroquois Trail Council, Boys & Girls Club Of Rochester, Inc., Brighton Volunteer Ambulance, Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, Camp Good Days And Special Times, Golisano Children's Hospital, Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester, Mercy Flight Central (Based In Canandaigua), Wilmot Cancer Institute, Young Women's College Prep | 2022 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Temple Beth El | $5,200 | Rochester, NY, US | Keshet Pre-school Promethean Smart Board | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Central & Western New York Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $1,800 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Camp Seneca Lake | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Ukraine Emergency Fund | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Brighton Food Cupboard | 2022 |
| Champion Academy | $500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $2,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Hillel Community Day School | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Food & Hygiene Baskets | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $18,000 | Rochester, NY, US | 2023 Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $6,000 | Sarasota, FL, US | Annual Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Senior Life | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Tempro Development Co Inc | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Boy Scouts Of America, Iroquois Trail Council, Boys & Girls Club Of Rochester, Inc., Brighton Volunteer Ambulance, Bristol Volunteer Fire Department, Camp Good Days And Special Times, Golisano Children's Hospital, Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester, Mercy Flight Central (Based In Canandaigua), Wilmot Cancer Institute, Young Women's College Prep | 2022 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northeast Bulldogs Youth Sports Association Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Temple Beth El | $5,200 | Rochester, NY, US | Keshet Pre-school Promethean Smart Board | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Central & Western New York Inc | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Pittsford | $1,800 | Pittsford, NY, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Camp Seneca Lake | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Ukraine Emergency Fund | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Roc Strong Campaign | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | Brighton Food Cupboard | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | $25,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support, Big Brothers/big Sisters Program, Hillside, Brighton Ambulance, Mercy Flight, Planned Parenthood | 2021 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $6,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $1,800 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,800 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Temple B'rith Kodesh - President | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support For Program With Jason Mesches | 2021 |
| Jewish Senior Life | $1,800 | Rochester, NY, US | Platinum Circle Grant | 2021 |
| Tempro Development Co | $1,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Rocstrong | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Hillel School | $2,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Champion Academy | $2,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Greater Rochester | $25,000 | Rochester, NY, US | For The Emergency Fund | 2020 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | For The Emergency Fund | 2020 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Tocqueville Society & Camp Seneca Lake Fund | 2020 |
| Foundation Of The Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $25,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Greater Rochester | $5,000 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Wxxi | $3,500 | Rochester, NY, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Embracing Our Differences | $1,800 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-manatee | $1,800 | Sarasota, FL, US | General Support | 2020 |
| United Way Of Greater Rochester | $10,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Rochester | $25,000 | Rochester, NY, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 82-3687152 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 166 THACKERY RD Rochester, NY 14610-3362 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Michael And Deborah Gordon Charitable's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Chair | Deborah J Gordon |
|---|---|
| Vice Chair | Michael A Gordon |
| Treasurer | Andrew Gordon |
| Secretary | Stacy Gordon Tulgan |
Forms 990-PF
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- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
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