The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste is a private foundation based in Hollywood, Florida. It supports a range of charitable organizations, with 37 grants totaling $117,036 reported for 2023.
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste at a glance
In short: The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste gave $117K across 37 grants in 2023 (avg $3K), top state District of Columbia. 27% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $117,036
- +38.8% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 37
- +12.1% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $3,163
- +23.8% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $1,504,326
- -7.1% vs 2022
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (10 of 37, 2023)
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (31% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste
- 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 for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4000 Hollywood Blvd 555-S, Hollywood, FL 33021
Phone: (954) 843-3514
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Planned Parenthood ($27K). Together the top 10 received $90K.
Grant Size Distribution
140 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 140 grants of 140 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2023 grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Washington, DC (31%), New Jersey (28%), Florida (16%), New York (12%), and Massachusetts (5%). Its largest 2023 grant, $27,000, went to Planned Parenthood in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 10 of 37 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 68% of 2023 grantees were also funded in 2022. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2020 to 2023 (+17%). Method
- In 2023 it paid out 148% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2023). 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 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $84K (2022) to $117K (2023). In 2023 it made 37 grants totaling $117K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Washington, DC | Scientific/Medical | $27,000 |
| Beis Menachem Pasaic, NJ | Religious | $22,936 |
| Chabad FIU Miami, FL | Religious | $12,500 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights New York, NY | Educational | $5,000 |
| Compassion & Choices Coral Gables, FL | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple New Brunswick, NJ | Religious | $4,000 |
| Ipas Chapel Hill, NC | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Washington, DC | Scientific/Medical | $4,000 |
| Community Food Bank Hillside, NJ | Humanitarian | $3,000 |
| Elijah's Promise New Brunswick, NJ | Religious | $2,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,504,326 | $40,244 | $156,067 | $117,036 | 37 | $117,036 | $14,592 | $79,072 |
| 2022 | $1,620,149 | $11,467 | $130,813 | $84,350 | 33 | $84,350 | $1,653 | $84,500 |
| 2021 | $1,739,495 | $170,406 | $141,558 | $95,990 | 34 | $95,990 | — | $99,158 |
| 2020 | $1,710,647 | $111,066 | $146,681 | $99,950 | 36 | — | — | $86,732 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste reported a distributable amount of $79K for 2023 — 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 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Reproductive Freedom for All says it works to build a constituency using the political process to protect reproductive choice, while Ipas says it advances reproductive justice by expanding access to abortion and contraception. Elijah’s Promise describes its work as providing training, education, social services, community-service opportunities, and nutritious meals. FINCA International says it works to end poverty through community-informed solutions.
Other supported organizations include the National Yiddish Book Center, which says it works to recover and sustain Yiddish and modern Jewish literature and culture; the Zamir Choral Foundation, which says it promotes Jewish life and continuity through Jewish choral music; the Himalayan Cataract Project, which says it develops eye care in underserved areas; and Ocean Conservancy, which says it works to protect the ocean through science, people, and policy.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made 37 grants totaling $117,036. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $27,000, with a median grant of $1,500. Among the largest awards were $27,000 to Planned Parenthood, $22,936 to Beis Menachem, $12,500 to Chabad FIU, and $5,000 each to the Center for Reproductive Rights and Compassion & Choices.
Other reported 2023 grants included $4,000 each to Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, Ipas, and Reproductive Freedom for All; $3,000 to Community Food Bank; $2,500 each to Elijah’s Promise and FINCA International; and $2,000 to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Joyce Nussbaum as president, Michael Hirsh as vice president, and Charles Hirsh as secretary/treasurer.
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste is led by Joyce Nussbaum, President on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2023 are compensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Joyce Nussbaum
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $5K (2023)
Charles Hirsh
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $5K (2023)
Michael Hirsh
Vice President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $5K (2023)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $5K, to Joyce Nussbaum (President). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste
How much does The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste give each year?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste gave $117K across 37 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $84K across 33 grants.
What is The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's typical grant size?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's median grant in 2023 was $1,500, and its average grant was $3,163, across 37 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste that year got $5K on average.
Where does The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste give grants?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's top state is District of Columbia, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New Jersey (28%) and Florida (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (10 grants), Washington, DC (6 grants), New Brunswick, NJ (3 grants) and Tucson, AZ (2 grants).
Does The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 37 grants with a stated purpose on The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Humanitarian" (14 grants), "Religious" (7 grants) and "Educational" (7 grants).
Who are The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's largest grantees?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's largest 2023 grantees include Planned Parenthood ($27,000), Beis Menachem ($22,936) and Chabad FIU ($12,500), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $117K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $79K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste?
The foundation states that it 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 The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's EIN?
The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0817349. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does The Max Minsky and Florence Goldste 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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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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