The Gordon Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 86-0554595
Foundation Overview
Based in Tucson, AZ, The Gordon Foundation has awarded 126 grants totaling $602,000 to organizations in Arizona. Individual grants range from $250 to $50,000, with a median award of $2,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 38 recipients (21%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
100% of all grants are concentrated in Arizona, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Arizona, funding concentrates in Tucson (100%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 0% change over 3 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (43%). 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 The Gordon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Sustainability | 2024 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $10,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Health Services For Lower Income Children And Families | 2024 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2024 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2024 |
| Botanical Gardens | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Youth Field Journal | 2024 |
| El Grupo Youth Cycling | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Empowering Youth Through Bicycling | 2024 |
| Tucson Museum & Holocaust Center | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2024 |
| Kol Ami Synagogue | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Adult And Senior Program Scholarships | 2024 |
| Youth On Their Own | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2024 |
| Primavera Foundation | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Charitable Services To Provide Pathways Out Of Poverty | 2024 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Comprehensive Reproductive And Complementary Health Care | 2024 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2024 |
| Tucson Jewish Community Center | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Afterschool Program Financial Assistance | 2024 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Cultural Support | 2024 |
| Sarsef | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem-related Education For Minorities And Females | 2024 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $2,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2024 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelter And Sanctuary | $250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2024 |
| Make Way For Books | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2024 |
| Literacy Connects | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2024 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Sustainability | 2024 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $10,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Health Services For Lower Income Children And Families | 2024 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2024 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2024 |
| Botanical Gardens | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Youth Field Journal | 2024 |
| El Grupo Youth Cycling | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Empowering Youth Through Bicycling | 2024 |
| Tucson Museum & Holocaust Center | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2024 |
| Kol Ami Synagogue | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Adult And Senior Program Scholarships | 2024 |
| Youth On Their Own | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2024 |
| Primavera Foundation | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Charitable Services To Provide Pathways Out Of Poverty | 2024 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Comprehensive Reproductive And Complementary Health Care | 2024 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2024 |
| Tucson Jewish Community Center | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Afterschool Program Financial Assistance | 2024 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Cultural Support | 2024 |
| Sarsef | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem-related Education For Minorities And Females | 2024 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $2,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2024 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelter And Sanctuary | $250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2024 |
| Make Way For Books | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2024 |
| Literacy Connects | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2024 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Cultural Support | 2023 |
| Candlelighters For Childhood Cancer | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Childrens Cancer | 2023 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $37,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Children And Family Services | 2023 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $50,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Bank | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $5,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2023 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelterand Sanctuary | $625 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2023 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | $3,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Children And Family Services | 2023 |
| Literacy Connects | $3,125 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2023 |
| Make Way For Books | $3,125 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2023 |
| Patron Of The Arts Jewish Community Center | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Sculpture Garden | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood | $10,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Provides Comprehensive Reproductive And Complementary Health Care | 2023 |
| Primavera Foundation | $5,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Pathways Out Of Poverty | 2023 |
| Sarsef | $6,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem-related For Minorities And Females | 2023 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $6,875 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2023 |
| Tucson Museum & Holocaust Center | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2023 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $3,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2023 |
| Youth On Their Own | $6,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2023 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Cultural Support | 2023 |
| Candlelighters For Childhood Cancer | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Childrens Cancer | 2023 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $37,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Children And Family Services | 2023 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $50,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Bank | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $5,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2023 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelterand Sanctuary | $625 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2023 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | $3,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Children And Family Services | 2023 |
| Literacy Connects | $3,125 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2023 |
| Make Way For Books | $3,125 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2023 |
| Patron Of The Arts Jewish Community Center | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Sculpture Garden | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood | $10,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Provides Comprehensive Reproductive And Complementary Health Care | 2023 |
| Primavera Foundation | $5,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Pathways Out Of Poverty | 2023 |
| Sarsef | $6,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem-related For Minorities And Females | 2023 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $6,875 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2023 |
| Tucson Museum & Holocaust Center | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2023 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $3,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2023 |
| Youth On Their Own | $6,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2023 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $500 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Operations | 2022 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $15,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Public Support | 2022 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Bank Honor Garden | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2022 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelter And Sanctuary | $250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2022 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Jewish History Museum | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2022 |
| Leaf Jewish Federation Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jews In Crisis Local Emergency Assistance | 2022 |
| Literacy Connects | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2022 |
| Make Way For Books | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Comprehensive Healthcare | 2022 |
| Primavera Foundation | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Public Support | 2022 |
| Sarsef | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem Related Education For Minorities And Females | 2022 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $2,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2022 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2022 |
| Youth On Their Own | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2022 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $500 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Operations | 2022 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $15,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Public Support | 2022 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Bank Honor Garden | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2022 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelter And Sanctuary | $250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2022 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Jewish History Museum | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2022 |
| Leaf Jewish Federation Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jews In Crisis Local Emergency Assistance | 2022 |
| Literacy Connects | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2022 |
| Make Way For Books | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Comprehensive Healthcare | 2022 |
| Primavera Foundation | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Public Support | 2022 |
| Sarsef | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem Related Education For Minorities And Females | 2022 |
| Tucson Interfaith Community Services | $2,750 | Tucson, AZ, US | Housing And Food For Seniors | 2022 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | School And Kids Programs | 2022 |
| Youth On Their Own | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2022 |
| Community Food Bank Of Southern Arizona | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Food Bank - Tucson | 2021 |
| Casa De Los Ninos | $15,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | To Contribute To Public Operation Fund-tucson | 2021 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Provides Comprehesive Health Care | 2021 |
| Tucson Medical Center | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Juvenille Diabetes | 2021 |
| Sarsef | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Stem Related For Minorities And Females | 2021 |
| Youth On Their Own | $2,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Homeless Teens | 2021 |
| Primavera Foundation | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | General Public Support | 2021 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $2,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Brings People Together To Build Homes And Communities | 2021 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | $1,500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Scholarships | 2021 |
| Hermitage No Kill Cat Shelter And Sanctuary | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Animal Care | 2021 |
| Make Way For Books | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2021 |
| Literacy Connects | $1,250 | Tucson, AZ, US | Literacy Program | 2021 |
| Leaf Jewish Federation Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jews In Crisis Local Emergency Assistance | 2021 |
| Humane Society Of Southern Arizona | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Grooming For Homeless Pets To Promote Adoption | 2021 |
| Jewish History Museum | $1,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Jewish Heritage Support | 2021 |
| Tucson Museum Of Art | $500 | Tucson, AZ, US | Scholarships | 2021 |
| Arizona Theater Company | $500 | Tucson, AZ, US | General | 2021 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | $250 | Tucson, AZ, US | General | 2021 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 86-0554595 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2161 N SPLIT ROCK PL Tucson, AZ 85749-7902 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Gordon Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President And Secretary | Lisa H Israel |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Lauren Munger |
| Treasurer | Steven M Rachbach |
Forms 990-PF
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