James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation is a private foundation in Weston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $499,202 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $14,552 and the largest $241,000. 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$499,202
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$14,552
- Largest grant$241,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $553,296 the year before.
7% of its 2024 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 | $553,296 | 34 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $499,202 | 15 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
James & Melinda Rabb 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 James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 15 | $499,202 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Fine Arts | Charity | $241,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Charity | $75,000 |
| WGBH | Charity | $50,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Charity | $28,000 |
| Celebrity Series | Charity | $27,500 |
| Boston Ballet | Charity | $22,600 |
| Boston Lyric Opera | Charity | $15,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | Charity | $14,552 |
| Chron's & Colitis Foundation | Charity | $12,000 |
| Phillips Academy | Charity | $10,000 |
| Jewish Women's Archive | Charity | $1,500 |
| Park School Fund | Charity | $1,000 |
| Temple Shirat Hayam | Charity | $800 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | Charity | $150 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Boston | Charity | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Melinda A Rabb
Questions people ask
Does James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation give?
$499,202 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $14,552.
Who runs James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Melinda A Rabb (Trustee).
What does James & Melinda Rabb Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.