Galenus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Galenus Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $964,034 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,384 and the largest $765,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$964,034
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,384
- Largest grant$765,000
- Assets$17.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $790,395 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $790,395 | 28 | $17.0 million |
| 2024 | $964,034 | 19 | $17.7 million |
How to apply
Galenus 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 Galenus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $809,034 |
| California | 3 | $116,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Institute of Technolo | Research | $765,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $100,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $25,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Cente | Medical Advancement | $15,000 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | General fund | $15,000 |
| Museum of Science | Education | $12,000 |
| The Giving Back Fund | General support | $6,000 |
| The Accomplis Collective | General fund | $6,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $5,000 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Education | $3,384 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Human Services | $3,000 |
| Newton Food Pantry | Human Services | $2,700 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | International Relief | $1,200 |
| Cherish the Children | General fund | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Cub of Collier Count | Youth development | $1,000 |
| University of Miami | General fund | $1,000 |
| Everyorg | General fund | $1,000 |
| Inner City Weightlifting | General fund | $500 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Research | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura F Langer
- Robert S Langer
Questions people ask
Does Galenus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Galenus Foundation give?
$964,034 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,384.
Who runs Galenus Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura F Langer (Trustee) and Robert S Langer (Trustee).
What does Galenus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.