Pearson-Rappaport Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pearson-Rappaport Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $413,778 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $77,778. 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$413,778
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$77,778
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $293,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $262,000 | 21 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $293,000 | 22 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $413,778 | 26 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Pearson-Rappaport 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 Pearson-Rappaport Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $202,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $97,778 |
| New York | 7 | $82,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $11,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Tree Foundation | General Purpose | $77,778 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hospital | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General Purpose | $26,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Boys Girls Club | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Service | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Chilmark Preschool | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $11,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Loggerhead Marinelife Center | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Points of Light Foundation | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Serious Fun Children's Network | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Harbor Homes of Martha's Vineyard | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Red Stocking Fund Inc | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Storm King Art Center | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Focus Forward Project | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| Individual | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Wesleyan University | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| VGC Foundation | General Purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill P Rappaport
- Alan H Rappaport
Questions people ask
Does Pearson-Rappaport Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pearson-Rappaport Foundation give?
$413,778 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pearson-Rappaport Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jill P Rappaport (Trustee) and Alan H Rappaport (Trustee).
What does Pearson-Rappaport Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.