The Rubin Family Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Rubin Family Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$67,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $67,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $54,000 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 17 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $67,000 | 18 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Rubin Family Charitable Fund 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 The Rubin Family Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $33,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $4,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Northwest Immigrant Rights Project | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hias Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hochstein School of Music & Dance | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Experiencing Civic Life U of R | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Doctors without borders | $5,000 |
| The Children's Agenda Inc | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Greater Washington and North Idaho | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Standing Together New Israel Fund | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Northwest Harvest E M M | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Joseph Avenue Arts and Culture Alliance | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Harvard University | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| YWCA Rochester | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| 350ORG | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Rural and Migrant Ministry | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Rubin
- Cynthia Beth Rubin
- Linda Rubin
Questions people ask
Does The Rubin Family Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rubin Family Charitable Fund give?
$67,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Rubin Family Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Rubin (Trustee), Cynthia Beth Rubin (Trustee) and Linda Rubin (Trustee).
What does The Rubin Family Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and community development.