Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,072 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,330 and the largest $18,000. 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$103,072
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,330
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$748,556
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,774 the year before.
30% 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 | $87,255 | 31 | $123,689 |
| 2024 | $90,774 | 28 | $420,070 |
| 2025 | $103,072 | 37 | $748,556 |
How to apply
Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck 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 Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 16 | $49,750 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $19,750 |
| Colorado | 2 | $18,900 |
| Virginia | 3 | $3,342 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,330 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Denver | General Operating Support | $18,000 |
| SHARE Outreach | General Operating Support | $16,500 |
| Phillips Academy | General Operating Support | $7,000 |
| Operation Delta Dog | General Operating Support | $6,000 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | General Operating Support | $6,000 |
| OPL Charities | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| The Derryfield School (fiscal sponsor) | Support for Breakthrough Manchester | $5,000 |
| The Derryfield School | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Carrollton Fire Department | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of NH | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| Homes for Our Troops | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| Easter Seals of NH | General Operating Support | $2,000 |
| General Secretariat of the Franciscan Missions Inc | General Operating Support | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Souhegan Valley | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Heifer International | General Operating Support | $1,330 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities NH | New Hampshire Food Bank | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities USA | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Manchester | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Leukemia Research Foundation | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Maryknoll Fathers Inc | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Compassion International | General Operating Support | $900 |
| ChildFund | General Operating Support | $842 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Inc | General Operating Support | $750 |
| Holiday Toy Store | General Operating Support | $750 |
| Amherst Land Trust | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Castle Preservation Society | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Families In Transition | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Wake County | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Milford Rotary Club Foundation | General Operating Support | $500 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | General Operating Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert M Grunbeck
- Jennifer A Grunbeck
- Michael Grunbeck
- John K Grunbeck
- Maggie G Grunbeck
Questions people ask
Does Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation give?
$103,072 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,330.
Who runs Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert M Grunbeck (Trustee), Jennifer A Grunbeck (Trustee), Michael Grunbeck (Trustee (start 12/2025)) and John K Grunbeck (Trustee (start 12/2025)) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jennifer and Robert Grunbeck Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.