Private foundation · EIN 04-3307461 · Newton, Massachusetts · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Murray a Jacobson Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 5 grants paid, $166K total, median $20K. 100% of grants stayed in Massachusetts.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
5
$166K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in MA
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.7M

Grants paid in 2024

5 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
BidmcBoston, MAFurther tax exempt purpose$71K
Frances Jacobson Early Children CenterBoston, MAFurther tax exempt purpose$50K
Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteBoston, MAFurther tax exempt purpose$20K
Hebrew SeniorlifeRoslindale, MAResearch and training$20K
Greater Boston Food BankBoston, MAFurther tax exempt purpose$5,000

About this foundation

Murray a Jacobson Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Newton, Massachusetts, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Murray a Jacobson Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Murray a Jacobson Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $166K across 5 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Murray a Jacobson Family Foundation give?

Massachusetts (5 grants), per its latest filing.

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