Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation is a private foundation in Hempstead, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $292,320 in 113 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$292,320
- Number of grants113
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $201,678 the year before.
22% 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 | $140,239 | 42 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $201,678 | 110 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $292,320 | 113 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Frank & Roslyn Grobman 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 Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 45 | $156,080 |
| District of Columbia | 19 | $37,250 |
| Florida | 13 | $21,231 |
| Maryland | 3 | $18,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $9,500 |
| California | 6 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 6 | $5,750 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Charitable | $16,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Coalition for Homeless | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable | $9,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Partners in Health | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Care USA | Charitable | $7,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Food Bank for NYC | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Food Bank for PBC | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Dorot | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bend the Arc Jewish Action | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable | $3,000 |
| New York Times Neediest Case Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Wider Circle | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Orbis International | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Finca International | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hadassah | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hillel | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mazon | Charitable | $2,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army USA | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Technoserve | Charitable | $2,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Grobman
- Ellen Grobman
- Paul Grobman
Questions people ask
Does Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation give?
$292,320 in tax year 2025, across 113 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Grobman (Director), Ellen Grobman (Director) and Paul Grobman (Other).
What does Frank & Roslyn Grobman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, international and faith communities.