David and Ruth Gorton Family
The David and Ruth Gorton Family is a private foundation based in Venice, California. It reported 26 grants totaling $64,540 in 2024, supporting organizations whose stated work includes social services, education, healthcare, and charitable activities.
David and Ruth Gorton Family at a glance
In short: David and Ruth Gorton Family gave $65K across 26 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $64,540
- -41.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 26
- -25.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,482
- -21.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $1,313,511
- -3.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (20% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to David and Ruth Gorton Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 412 Sherman Canal Apt 508, Venice, CA 90291
Phone: (310) 749-8345
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who David and Ruth Gorton Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was 885 FM ($6K). Together the top 10 received $44K.
Grant Size Distribution
102 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 102 grants of 102 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to organizations in multiple states. By share of grant dollars, California received 20%, New Jersey 19%, Oregon 13%, New York 11%, and Pennsylvania 10%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How David and Ruth Gorton Family gives
- 69% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+14%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 90% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $16K (2020) to $111K (2023). In 2024 it made 26 grants totaling $65K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 885 FM Tampa, FL | Communications | $6,000 |
| California Community Foundation Los Angeles, CA | Social Services | $5,000 |
| Colgate University Hamilton, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia, PA | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| Pathfinder Network DBA Pathfinders of Oregon Portland, OR | Social Services | $5,000 |
| Sam & Devorah Foundation Chatham, NJ | Social Services | $5,000 |
| Bnai Keshet Montclair, NJ | Chartiable | $3,500 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds Beaverton, OR | Social Services | $3,500 |
| World Central Kitchen Washington, DC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Montclair Child Development Montclair, NJ | Social Services | $2,750 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,313,511 | $29,270 | $73,640 | $64,540 | 26 | $65,640 | $22,544 | $72,817 |
| 2023 | $1,357,881 | $69,323 | $113,180 | $111,000 | 35 | $111,000 | $65,373 | $68,139 |
| 2022 | $1,401,738 | $19,632 | $78,825 | $77,000 | 26 | $77,000 | $19,632 | $69,783 |
| 2021 | $1,460,931 | $140 | $59,975 | $56,825 | 12 | $56,825 | $140 | $72,391 |
| 2020 | $1,520,766 | $3,969 | $16,175 | $16,175 | 3 | — | $3,969 | $75,038 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, David and Ruth Gorton Family reported a distributable amount of $73K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included recipients listed for social services, education, healthcare, communications, and charitable purposes.
The grantees’ own descriptions show the range of organizations supported. The National Network of Abortion Funds says it works toward reproductive options that are valued, accessible, and stigma-free. The Trevor Project describes its mission as ending suicide among LGBTQ+ young people. World Central Kitchen says it provides meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. Brandeis University describes its work as advancing the humanities, arts, and sciences, while the California Community Foundation says it works with communities to build a good life.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 26 grants totaling $64,540. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $6,000, with a median of $1,500. Among the largest were $6,000 to 885 FM; $5,000 each to the California Community Foundation, Colgate University, Drexel University, Pathfinder Network, and Sam & Devorah Foundation; and $3,500 each to Bnai Keshet and the National Network of Abortion Funds.
Other 2024 grants included $3,000 to World Central Kitchen, $2,500 each to Brandeis University and the Los Angeles Guild for Reproductive Health, $1,500 to the Trevor Project, $1,250 to Bricks and Mortals, and $1,040 to The Greater Contribution.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Amy S. Gorton as president, Ben Gorton as secretary, and Jessica Dekoninck as vice president.
David and Ruth Gorton Family is led by Amy S. Gorton, President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Amy S. Gorton
President
Secretary → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ben Gorton
Secretary
On filings since 2023
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Dekoninck
Vice President
On filings since 2023
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Mark Gorton (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Ruth R. Gorton (2020–2022) — President & Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about David and Ruth Gorton Family
How much does David and Ruth Gorton Family give each year?
David and Ruth Gorton Family gave $65K across 26 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $111K across 35 grants.
What is David and Ruth Gorton Family's typical grant size?
David and Ruth Gorton Family's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $2,482, across 26 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does David and Ruth Gorton Family give grants?
David and Ruth Gorton Family's top state is California, with 20% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New Jersey (19%) and Oregon (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Montclair, NJ (3 grants), Los Angeles, CA (3 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does David and Ruth Gorton Family give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 26 grants with a stated purpose on David and Ruth Gorton Family's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Social Services" (13 grants), "Charitable" (4 grants) and "Healthcare" (3 grants).
Who are David and Ruth Gorton Family's largest grantees?
David and Ruth Gorton Family's largest 2024 grantees include 885 FM ($6,000), California Community Foundation ($5,000) and Colgate University ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is David and Ruth Gorton Family?
David and Ruth Gorton Family reported $1.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $66K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $73K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does David and Ruth Gorton Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included recipients listed for social services, education, healthcare, communications, and charitable purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from David and Ruth Gorton Family?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is David and Ruth Gorton Family's EIN?
David and Ruth Gorton Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0885960. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does David and Ruth Gorton Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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