Building 19 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Building 19 Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,419 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,846 and the largest $11,913. 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$34,419
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,846
- Largest grant$11,913
- Assets$589,091
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was down from $36,075 the year before.
82% 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 | $38,434 | 15 | $572,336 |
| 2024 | $36,075 | 12 | $647,897 |
| 2025 | $34,419 | 11 | $589,091 |
How to apply
Building 19 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 Building 19 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $16,913 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $14,800 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,846 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Honest Reporting | Public charity | $11,913 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Public charity | $5,000 |
| Aish Campus Boston | Public charity | $5,000 |
| Bias Yaakov of Boston | Public charity | $4,300 |
| Mission Deeds | Public charity | $3,000 |
| BIKE4CHAI | Public charity | $1,846 |
| Hull Life Saving Museum | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Home for Our Troops | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Camphill Village Kimberton Hills | Public charity | $500 |
| Temple Emeth | Public charity | $500 |
| Tiferet Rafael | Public charity | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine Elovitz
- Debra Elovitz
- Judith Elovitz
Questions people ask
Does Building 19 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Building 19 Foundation give?
$34,419 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,846.
Who runs Building 19 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine Elovitz (Officer/Director), Debra Elovitz (Officer/Director) and Judith Elovitz (Officer/Director).
What does Building 19 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.