Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $155,000 and the largest $240,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$310,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$155,000
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $290,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $295,000 | 2 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $290,000 | 2 | $7.7 million |
| 2025 | $310,000 | 2 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 2 | $310,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Medical research | $240,000 |
| Nelson School of Entrepreneurship at Brown University | To foster entrepreneurship | $70,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Holmes
- Nitzana Silverman
Questions people ask
Does Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust give?
$310,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $155,000.
Who runs Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert W Holmes (Trustee) and Nitzana Silverman (Trustee).
What does Steven J Massarsky Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.