The Rubin - Ladd Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rubin - Ladd Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $350,183 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$350,183
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $207,179 the year before.
59% 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 | $207,179 | 17 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $350,183 | 29 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
The Rubin - Ladd 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 The Rubin - Ladd Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $257,933 |
| Florida | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida International University Foundation Inc | General purpose | $60,000 |
| Manhattan School of Music | General purpose | $60,000 |
| Classical Theatre of Harlem Inc | General purpose | $55,000 |
| Jupiter Symphony Chamber Orchestra | General purpose | $35,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Juilliard | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Wnet-Thirteen | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Feeding America | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Fund Texas Choice | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Kaufman Music Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy Inc | General purpose | $6,000 |
| Irish Repertory Theatre Inc | General purpose | $6,000 |
| New York Public Radio | General purpose | $5,508 |
| Americares | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | General purpose | $5,000 |
| New York Public Library | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Pegasus the Orchestra | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Hias Inc | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Leavenworth Summer Theater | General purpose | $1,000 |
| New York City Ballet Inc | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | General purpose | $600 |
| The Morgan Library & Museum | General purpose | $550 |
| New York Historical Society | General purpose | $500 |
| Smithsonian Institution | General purpose | $250 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | General purpose | $180 |
| The Frick Collection | General purpose | $75 |
| New York Classical Theatre Inc | General purpose | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Walzer Co PKF O'Connor
- Scott Cabrera Co PKF O'Connor
- Steven Walzer Co PKF O'Connor
- Shelley Weiner Co PKF O'Connor
- Ivy Engel Co PKF O'Connor
Questions people ask
Does The Rubin - Ladd Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rubin - Ladd Foundation give?
$350,183 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rubin - Ladd Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Walzer Co PKF O'Connor (President), Scott Cabrera Co PKF O'Connor (Director), Steven Walzer Co PKF O'Connor (Vice President) and Shelley Weiner Co PKF O'Connor (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Rubin - Ladd Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and food and hunger.