The Paul Rand Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Paul Rand Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Guilford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$375,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $340,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $350,000 | 18 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $340,000 | 17 | $8.0 million |
| 2025 | $375,000 | 13 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
The Paul Rand 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 The Paul Rand Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $120,000 |
| New York | 6 | $95,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $85,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham University University Advancement | General support | $120,000 |
| Pro Publica Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | General support | $40,000 |
| Feeding America | General support | $40,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| NPR Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General support | $20,000 |
| Guilford Community Fund | General support | $15,000 |
| Visual Arts Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Marc Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum | General support | $5,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | General support | $5,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Klein
Questions people ask
Does The Paul Rand Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paul Rand Charitable Trust give?
$375,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Paul Rand Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard J Klein (Trustee).
What does The Paul Rand Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.