Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,146 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,020. 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$54,146
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,020
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was down from $82,310 the year before.
6% of its 2025 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 | $87,521 | 40 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,310 | 41 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $54,146 | 32 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Reuben and Lizzie Grossman 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 Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 30 | $52,546 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Hebrew Academy | To support the educational organization's mission | $5,020 |
| Lown Cardiovascular Group | To support the charitable organization's mission | $4,500 |
| Temple Ahavat Achim | To support the organization's religious mission | $4,000 |
| Woodward School for Girls | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $3,600 |
| Temple Emanuel | To support organization's religious mission | $3,520 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $2,000 |
| Archbishop Williams High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Hull High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Milton High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Needham Public Schools | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| North Quincy High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Norwell High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Quincy High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Randolph High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Thayer Academy | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Abington | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Braintree | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Hanover | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Hingham | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Marshfield | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Town of Rockland | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Weymouth High School | To support the charitable organization's educational mission | $1,500 |
| Rofeh International | To support the educational organization's mission | $1,200 |
| Hebrew Senior Life | To support the charitable organization's mission | $1,000 |
| Temple Israel | To support the organization's religious mission | $1,000 |
| The Shalem Foundation | To support the charitable organization's mission | $1,000 |
| Yiddish Book Center | To support the educational mission | $1,000 |
| Jcam Charitable Foundation | To support charitable organization's mission | $606 |
| Leonberger Rescue Pals | To support the charitable organization's mission | $600 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Services | To support charitable organization's mission | $500 |
| Jewish Journal-Epstein-Litchman Fund | To support charitable organization's mission | $500 |
| Temple B'nai Abraham | To support the charitable organization's religious mission | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James B Grossman
- Thomas S Grossman
Questions people ask
Does Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc give?
$54,146 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James B Grossman (President) and Thomas S Grossman (Treasurer & Clerk).
What does Reuben and Lizzie Grossman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.