Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $127,307 in 68 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $11,000. 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$127,307
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $131,524 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,524 | 63 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $127,307 | 68 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Leopold & Ruth Friedman 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 Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $28,740 |
| New Hampshire | 12 | $26,800 |
| California | 12 | $21,980 |
| Colorado | 11 | $13,137 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $9,500 |
| Alabama | 3 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $2,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heart 911 Fund | Charitable | $11,000 |
| JCC of Greater Rochester Inc | Charitable | $10,600 |
| Caf (Challenged Athletes Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Central Synagogue | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers & Big Sisters - Ma | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Kehillat Israel | Charitable | $4,930 |
| Temple Micah | Charitable | $3,820 |
| NH Food Bank | Charitable | $3,740 |
| Temple B'rith Kodesh | Charitable | $3,100 |
| Sharp Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Home Health & Hospice Care | Charitable | $2,600 |
| Prescott Park Arts Festival | Charitable | $2,600 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Manchester | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Casa of NH | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Girls Inc of New Hampshire | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Good News Garage | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hampshire College | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Palace Theatres | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Upper Valley Snowsports Foundation | Charitable | $2,360 |
| Sternberg Loop JCC | Charitable | $2,041 |
| Cobalt Abortion Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Birmingham Jewish Federation | Charitable | $1,800 |
| YMCA of Metro Denver | Charitable | $1,566 |
| Worthy Beyond Purpose | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $1,300 |
| Colorado Public Radio | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Intown Concord | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Misercordia Heart of Mercy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nashua Police Athletic League | Charitable | $1,000 |
| New Hope Cattle Dogs Rescue | Charitable | $1,000 |
| NH Scot | Charitable | $1,000 |
| NRDC | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Ecodharm Retreat Cen | Charitable | $1,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Charitable | $750 |
| Food Link | Charitable | $750 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Charitable | $750 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $750 |
| Sarah Grace Foundation | Charitable | $700 |
| The Trustees of Reservations | Charitable | $600 |
| Israel Relief Fund | Charitable | $540 |
Officers and trustees
- R
- Rosiland Rudolph
Questions people ask
Does Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation give?
$127,307 in tax year 2024, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists R (Trustee) and Rosiland Rudolph (Trustee).
What does Leopold & Ruth Friedman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.