Chleck Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Chleck Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$66.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
29% 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 | $1.9 million | 6 | $49.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 7 | $56.9 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 9 | $66.7 million |
How to apply
Chleck Family Foundation Inc 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 Chleck Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $1.5 million |
| New York | 3 | $675,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $750,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $500,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $500,000 |
| Dana Farber Inc | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $200,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $150,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $100,000 |
| The American Friends of Batsheva | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $75,000 |
| Park School Corporation | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $50,000 |
| Marin Primary and Middle | Chleck family foundation grant payment | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Risa A Chleck
- Mara C Levine
- Ross B Levine
- Justin D Levine
Questions people ask
Does Chleck Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chleck Family Foundation Inc give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs Chleck Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Risa A Chleck (Vice-President/Director), Mara C Levine (Secretary/Director), Ross B Levine (President/Executive Direct) and Justin D Levine (Treasurer/Grant Consultant).
What does Chleck Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, community development and faith communities.