Ramler Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ramler Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $67,150 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $43,500. 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$67,150
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$43,500
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $55,000 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $51,920 | 21 | $1.2 million |
| 2023 | $55,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $67,150 | 10 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Ramler Charitable Trust 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 Ramler Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $46,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,300 |
| California | 2 | $5,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,850 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Israel Defense Fund | General support | $43,500 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | General support | $10,500 |
| Amcha Initiative | General support | $2,500 |
| Stand With US | General support | $2,500 |
| Americans for Peace and Tolerance | General support | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $2,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General support | $1,000 |
| Aha Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| The Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $850 |
| Active Minds | General support | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Heller
- Susan R Toochin
Questions people ask
Does Ramler Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ramler Charitable Trust give?
$67,150 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Ramler Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Heller (Trustee) and Susan R Toochin (Trustee).
What does Ramler Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.