OVERVIEW: The Goodman Family Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to the arts, Jewish causes, health, and human services.
IP TAKE: The foundation lacks transparency and does not maintain a website, which limits information available on its grantmaking priorities and activities.
PROFILE: The Goodman Family Foundation was established in 2003. It was established by Mark Goodman and his wife Judith. Mark Goodman leads the family business J Josephson Inc., a leading international wall-covering manufacturer. The foundation does not maintain a website, which restricts further information on its priority areas and grantmaking strategies. According to tax filings, the Goodman Family Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to the arts, Jewish causes, health, and human services.
Mark Goodman's grandfather Max Goodman arrived in Toronto from Eastern Europe and started a wallpaper installation business. The Goodmans continue to support the Jewish community.
Grants range from $100 to $149,017. In a recent fiscal year, the foundation gave away around $460,000. Past grantees have included American Theatre Wing, Birthright Israel Foundation, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York University, Park Avenue Synagogue, Self Help Community Services, and UJA Federation of New York.
The Goodman Family Foundation keeps a low-profile and does not accept unsolicited proposals.
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CONTACT:
Goodman Family Foundation
134 East 70th Street
New York, NY 10021