Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $149,442 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,942 and the largest $52,009. 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$149,442
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,942
- Largest grant$52,009
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,867 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,803 | 19 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $105,867 | 16 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $149,442 | 12 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation 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 Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $140,557 |
| Colorado | 1 | $8,885 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Schaarai Zedek | General operations | $52,009 |
| St Joseph's Hospitals Foundation | General operations | $50,838 |
| Menorah Life Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Tampa Jewish Community Centers & Federation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Ministries | General operations | $8,885 |
| Young Life | General operations | $8,885 |
| Grace Christian School | General operations | $5,000 |
| Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation | General operations | $2,500 |
| Lighthouse for the Blind & Low Vision | General operations | $500 |
| Gold Shield Foundation | General operations | $300 |
| Tampa Bay History Center | General operations | $275 |
| Florida Holocaust Museum | General operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Saul Rachelson
- Lee Rachelson
Questions people ask
Does Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation give?
$149,442 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,942.
Who runs Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Saul Rachelson (President) and Lee Rachelson (Vice President).
What does Saul and Lee Rachelson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and arts and culture.