The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Its 2020 filing lists grants to charitable organizations addressing social services, community programs, arts, health, religion, animal welfare, and other purposes. The most recent filing on record is for 2020, with no filings since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc gave $9K across 13 grants in 2020 (avg $684.615), mostly in Florida. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $8,900
- Grants made (2020)
- 13
- Average grant
- $685
- Median grant
- $600
- Total assets
- $115,992
- Primary geography
- Florida (57% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The 2020 filing states that the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This is not current application guidance.
- Contact
Mailing address: 701 S Olive Ave 701, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 714-7163
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was The Jewish Federation ($1K). Together the top 10 received $7K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 13 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2020 grant dollars went to recipients in Florida (57%), New York (22%), Massachusetts (7%), Illinois (7%), and California (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 13 grants totaling $9K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federation New York, NY | Support Social Service Issues | $1,400 |
| Jewish Community Center North Palm Beach, FL | Community Center | $900 |
| Hanley Foundation West Palm Beach, FL | Substance Abuse Prevention & Educati | $800 |
| Palm Beach Drama Works West Palm Beach, FL | Performing Arts | $600 |
| Morse Life West Palm Beach, FL | Eldercare | $600 |
| Planned Parenthood New York, NY | Public Education Responsible Parenti | $600 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Hospital | $600 |
| The Society of the Four Arts Inc Palm Beach, FL | Support the Arts | $600 |
| Temple Israel West Palm Beach, FL | Support Religious Activities | $600 |
| The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundat Chicago, IL | Research Mental Health Disorders | $600 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $115,992 | $5,425 | $9,400 | $8,900 | 13 | $4,925 | $5,881 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $6K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for organizations in areas such as social services, community centers, performing arts, eldercare, hospitals, religious activities, mental health research, and animal welfare.
Among its grantees, The Society of the Four Arts says its mission is to enrich, inspire, and engage the Palm Beach County community through educational and cultural programs. The Norton Museum of Art says it welcomes visitors to experience the transformative power of art through its programs and collections.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $8,900. Grants ranged from $500 to $1,400, with a median grant of $600. The largest listed grants included $1,400 to The Jewish Federation in New York for support of social service issues, $900 to the Jewish Community Center in North Palm Beach for its community center, and $800 to the Hanley Foundation in West Palm Beach for substance abuse prevention and education. Other listed recipients included Palm Beach Drama Works, MorseLife, Massachusetts General Hospital, and The Society of the Four Arts, each receiving $600.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Gilbert S. Messing as “PRNCPL MNGR/” and Judith Messing as a director.
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's 2020 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Judith Messing
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Gilbert S. Messing
Prncpl Mngr
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc
How much does The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc give each year?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc gave $9K across 13 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's median grant in 2020 was $600, and its average grant was $685, across 13 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc give grants?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (22%) and Massachusetts (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were West Palm Beach, FL (5 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's largest 2020 grantees include The Jewish Federation ($1,400), Jewish Community Center ($900) and Hanley Foundation ($800), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc reported $116K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $5K.
What does The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for organizations in areas such as social services, community centers, performing arts, eldercare, hospitals, religious activities, mental health research, and animal welfare. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc?
The 2020 filing states that the foundation 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 ↑
How much is The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $6K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4599775. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Gil and Judy Messing Foundation Inc 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 October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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