Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd is a private foundation based in Washington, DC. Its 2024 filing reports grants to a range of charitable organizations, including groups working in reproductive health, environmental protection, civil rights, legal aid, medical assistance, and education.
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd at a glance
In short: Gorlitz Foundation Ltd gave $154K across 75 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), top state District of Columbia. 9% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $154,000
- -53.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 75
- -51.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,053
- -3.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $2,301,002
- +1.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 9% first-time grantees (7 of 75, 2024)
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (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. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
- Contact
Application contact: Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
Mailing address: 3935 Morrison Street Nw, Washington, DC 20015
Phone: (202) 966-2108
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Gorlitz Foundation Ltd funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Planned Parenthood Federation of America ($7K). Together the top 10 received $55K.
Grant Size Distribution
489 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 489 grants of 489 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The filing reports that 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in DC (20%), NY (18%), CA (17%), VA (10%), and MD (6%), among other states. The filing states that there are no geographical restrictions on awards.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 75 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Gorlitz Foundation Ltd open to new grantees?
9%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 7 of 75 grantees (9%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $929; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 89% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 60% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 117% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 $95K (2022) to $329K (2023). In 2024 it made 75 grants totaling $154K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Washington, DC | National Reproductive and Primary Healthcare Provider | $7,000 |
| Earthjustice San Francisco, CA | International Environmental Law Group | $6,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund Washington, DC | International Wildlife Protection & Climate Science Group | $6,000 |
| Partners in Health Frederick, MD | International Medical Aid | $6,000 |
| ACLU Foundation New York, NY | National legal defense for vulnerable populations & civil rights | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Earth Merrifield, VA | International Environmental Group Network | $5,000 |
| Lawyers for Good Government Foundation Washington, DC | Legal service provider for immigrants & refugees toward family reunification | $5,000 |
| NAACP Legal Defense & Education Fund Inc New York, NY | National Organization Providing Litigation/Advocacy for Racial Justice | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council New York, NY | International Legal/Scientific Group Protecting Environment | $5,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation Oakland, CA | National Environmental Protection Group | $4,500 |
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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 | $2,301,002 | $204,911 | $166,939 | $154,000 | 75 | $154,000 | $189,450 | $131,372 |
| 2023 | $2,263,030 | $327,843 | $352,418 | $329,000 | 154 | $329,000 | $304,425 | $120,388 |
| 2022 | $2,478,157 | $339,323 | $130,365 | $94,500 | 41 | $94,500 | $123,307 | $130,744 |
| 2021 | $1,016,807 | $102,460 | $175,075 | $96,500 | 41 | $82,500 | $9,885 | $228,553 |
| 2020 | $1,093,622 | $400,889 | $428,769 | $303,583 | 178 | — | $77,369 | $217,595 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Gorlitz Foundation Ltd reported a distributable amount of $131K 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 foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations in several fields. For example, Earthjustice describes its work as using law and partnerships to protect health, wildlife, clean energy, and the climate; the Nature Conservancy says its mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which life depends. The International Refugee Assistance Project describes itself as a global legal aid and advocacy organization supporting refugees and others seeking safety. Other 2024 recipients included health, disaster relief, Native American rights, and education organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 75 grants totaling $154,000. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $7,000, with a median of $2,000. Notable awards included $7,000 to Planned Parenthood Federation of America; $6,000 each to Earthjustice, Environmental Defense Fund, and Partners in Health; and $5,000 each to the ACLU Foundation, Friends of the Earth, Lawyers for Good Government Foundation, NAACP Legal Defense & Education Fund, and Natural Resources Defense Council.
The foundation’s filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applications should be made by letter stating the organization’s name, charitable purpose, amount requested, and proposed use of the funds. The filing states that awards may go to any recognized charity, with no geographical restrictions or other limitations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ariel Zuckerman as president, Eric Zuckerman as secretary, Steven Zuckerman as assistant secretary, Paula Gorlitz as vice president, and Christopher T Smith as treasurer.
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd is led by Ariel Zuckerman, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 5 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ariel Zuckerman
President
On filings since 2020
50 hrs/week
$8K (2020) → $8K (2024)
Christopher T. Smith
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eric Zuckerman
Secretary
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paula Gorlitz
Vice President
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steven Zuckerman
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $8K, to Ariel Zuckerman (President).
Frequently asked questions about Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
How much does Gorlitz Foundation Ltd give each year?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd gave $154K across 75 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $329K across 154 grants.
What is Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's typical grant size?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,053, across 75 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Gorlitz Foundation Ltd that year got $929 on average.
Where does Gorlitz Foundation Ltd give grants?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's top state is District of Columbia, with 20% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (18%) and California (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (14 grants), New York, NY (9 grants), Los Angeles, CA (3 grants) and Chicago, IL (3 grants).
Does Gorlitz Foundation Ltd give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 75 grants with a stated purpose on Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's largest grantees?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's largest 2024 grantees include Planned Parenthood Federation of America ($7,000), Earthjustice ($6,000) and Environmental Defense Fund ($6,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 12% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Gorlitz Foundation Ltd?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd reported $2.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $154K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $131K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Gorlitz Foundation Ltd fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations in several fields. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Gorlitz Foundation Ltd?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's EIN?
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1439097. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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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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Grantable. (2026). Gorlitz Foundation Ltd funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/gorlitz-foundation-ltd-morg_4e9f90db29294259aa96778438d1e53a
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