WHO WE ARE
The Gordon's Family Foundation, Inc. was established to formalize the Gordon family's longstanding commitment to service and social responsibility. With deep roots in community advocacy and financial stewardship, our foundation exists to ensure that underserved communities have access to the tools and resources they need to thrive.
We do not seek public recognition or fundraising goals—our focus is on meaningful partnerships and long-term outcomes.
Our Vision
A society where all people—regardless of background—have equal access to opportunity, dignity, and well-being.
Our Core Values
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Integrity
We are accountable stewards of every resource entrusted to us.
Compassion
We lead with empathy and humility.
Equity
We prioritize initiatives that break down systemic barriers.
Service
We exist to support—not control—the work of communities.
Stewardship
We give with intention, care, and future-focused impact.
Meet Our Founder
Edson Gordon, CPA
Founder and President of The Gordon's Family Foundation, Edson brings over a decade of financial and community leadership experience to the organization. As a dedicated professional and a man of faith, he founded the foundation to create a legacy of compassion, empowerment, and equitable impact.
"I believe in building solutions that will outlast us—solutions rooted in dignity, partnership, and shared purpose."
Our Approach
At The Gordon's Family Foundation, Inc., we believe in strategic, relationship-based philanthropy.
As a private family foundation, we are not driven by fundraising goals or public campaigns. Instead, we focus on identifying trusted partners, amplifying community-led solutions, and investing in initiatives that reflect shared values.
Our approach is:
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Trust-Based: We believe in the capacity of local leaders to know what their communities need.
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Collaborative: We engage with humility and see our grantees as partners, not recipients.
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Long-Term: We support solutions designed for lasting impact, not short-term visibility.
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Focused: We invest intentionally in education, health, and community development.
We don’t fund everything. But what we do fund, we support wholeheartedly—with care, consistency, and commitment.