THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION
Wayne, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
27-1234570
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
Wayne, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
27-1234570
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
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The Gordon Charter Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that awarded $1.2 million across 234 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing its funding efforts in Pennsylvania, with additional support in Washington, D.C. and New Jersey. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LANKENAU MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION
$355K
4%
THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETYINC
$215K
2%
Episcopal Academy
$125K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
78
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION give?
THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, District Of Columbia, and New Jersey. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 250 grantees. Recent grantees include LANKENAU MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETYINC, and Episcopal Academy. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE GORDON CHARTER FOUNDATION’s website.
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