Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation
The Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. It makes grants to nonprofit organizations for humanitarian work, including senior services and civic flourishing in New York and Florida, as well as humanitarian relief around the world.
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation at a glance
In short: Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation gave $135K across 49 grants in 2025 (avg $3K), top state Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $135,150
- -13.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 49
- +81.5% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,758
- -52.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $3,188,128
- -1.8% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (42% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its website also describes an application process for qualifying tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations and says applicants must provide proof of 501(c)(3) status. Previously funded organizations must be in good standing with required status reports and other grant conditions before submitting a new proposal. Applicants receive an email acknowledging receipt; approved grantees may need to sign a grant agreement, and progress or completion reports may be required.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6301 Mill Ln, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Phone: (516) 466-0451
Website: https://tomiakfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation ($25K). Together the top 10 received $74K.
Grant Size Distribution
130 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 130 grants of 130 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2025 grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Florida (42%) and New York (38%). Other listed recipient-state shares were Texas (4%), Utah (2%), and California (1%). The foundation describes support for senior services in New York and Florida and humanitarian relief around the world.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 49 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation gives
- 29% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 28% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 97% 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 (2025). 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $75K (2020) to $209K (2021). In 2025 it made 49 grants totaling $135K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation New York, NY | General Support | $25,000 |
| Moffitt Cancer Research Tampa, FL | General Support | $10,500 |
| Beth Israel Congregation of SCC Sun City Center, FL | General Support | $5,000 |
| Gabrielle's Angel Foundation New York, NY | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Colel Chabad Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Texas Hill Co Flood Relie Kerrville, TX | General Support | $5,000 |
| Patriot Hill Ranch Parrish, FL | General Support | $5,000 |
| SSC Emergency Squad Sun City Center, FL | General Support | $5,000 |
| Korean Community Services of Met New York Inc Bayside, NY | General Support | $4,500 |
| Sisters of St Joseph Brentwood, NY | General Support | $4,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,188,128 | $310,092 | $321,078 | $135,150 | 49 | $205,604 | $197,039 | $212,663 |
| 2024 | $3,245,783 | $206,441 | $346,443 | $157,000 | 27 | $229,465 | $91,692 | $210,166 |
| 2023 | $3,431,987 | $82,566 | $308,194 | $138,100 | 22 | $202,662 | $22,757 | $201,810 |
| 2022 | $3,643,533 | $265,374 | $285,757 | $105,500 | 13 | $171,646 | $141,392 | $211,403 |
| 2021 | $3,726,395 | $316,712 | $396,700 | $209,025 | 19 | $278,484 | $200,058 | $238,011 |
| 2020 | $3,444,992 | $2,163,249 | $234,974 | $74,500 | 11 | — | $70,340 | $139,783 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation reported a distributable amount of $213K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to help create a more ethical society by permanently improving the treatment and living conditions of vulnerable people and populations. Its website describes interests including senior services, civic and cultural environments, health and medical treatment, and relief for communities affected by political and social instability. It also says its grantmaking has included support for orphans, elderly people, veterans, and disadvantaged minority homeowners.
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the types of organizations it supports. Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation says it provides financial and emotional support to children battling cancer. My Warrior’s Place says it offers a safe refuge and support for military service members, veterans, first responders, and families affected by the death of a fallen warrior. Other 2025 recipients include organizations whose stated missions include services for seniors, assistance to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and youth education through urban gardens.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 49 grants totaling $135,150. Grants ranged from $500 to $25,000, with a median of $1,500. It reported 27 grants totaling $157,000 in 2024 and 22 grants totaling $138,100 in 2023.
The largest 2025 award was $25,000 to Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation. Other notable awards included $10,500 to Moffitt Cancer Research; $5,000 each to Beth Israel Congregation of SCC, Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation, Colel Chabad, Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country Flood Relief, Patriot Hill Ranch, and SSC Emergency Squad; and $4,500 to Korean Community Services of Metropolitan New York.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Arthur Bailyn as director and president, Susan Bailyn as director and treasurer, and Bradley Bailyn as director and secretary.
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation is led by arthur bailyn, Director & President on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
arthur bailyn
Director & President
On filings since 2020
24 hrs/week
$45K (2020) → $75K (2025)
bradley bailyn
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2020
$15K (2020) → $25K (2025)
susan bailyn
Director & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
$15K (2020) → $26K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $75K, to arthur bailyn (director, president). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation
How much does Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation give each year?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation gave $135K across 49 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $157K across 27 grants.
What is Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's typical grant size?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,500, and its average grant was $2,758, across 49 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation give grants?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's top state is Florida, with 42% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest state was New York (38%). The most frequent recipient cities were Sun City Center, FL (6 grants), Ruskin, FL (5 grants), New York, NY (4 grants) and Tampa, FL (4 grants).
Does Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (49 of 49) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's largest grantees?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation ($25,000), Moffitt Cancer Research ($10,500) and Beth Israel Congregation of SCC ($5,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation reported $3.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $206K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $213K (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 Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to help create a more ethical society by permanently improving the treatment and living conditions of vulnerable people and populations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's EIN?
Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-2491444. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Gladys and Mildred Tomiak Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS December 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 25, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
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