The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$32.7 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 39 | $30.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 33 | $32.7 million |
How to apply
The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family 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 Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 27 | $1.4 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | New housing for homeless in ri | $250,000 |
| Women Infants Hospital Foundation | Labor & delivery center | $166,667 |
| Butler Hospital Foundation | Memory & aging program | $125,000 |
| Jewish Alliance of Greater Ri | Annual support | $110,000 |
| Miriam Hospital Foundation | Stroke program nurse navigator position | $99,419 |
| Save the Bay | Bay keeper program | $86,000 |
| Jewish Community Day School | Scholarships and annual challenges | $75,000 |
| Save the Bay | Aquarium | $64,000 |
| Community Preparatory School | 3 scholarships | $56,400 |
| Ri Community Food Bank | General support | $55,000 |
| Community Preparatory School | Arts & athletic center campaign | $50,000 |
| Gamm Theatre | Pawtucket based programs for students | $50,000 |
| Gaia Vaccine Foundation | Chez rosalie & HIV testing & care prgm | $30,000 |
| Community Music Works | Daily orchestra and youth music programs | $30,000 |
| Ri Philharmonic Orchestra and Music | Victorias dream project & linkup programs | $30,000 |
| Sojourner House | Housing and support for abuse victims in ri | $30,000 |
| Individual | General support | $25,000 |
| Family Promise of Athens | New house | $20,000 |
| Jewish Alliance of Greater Ri | Fellowship to combat antisemitism | $20,000 |
| Jewish Alliance of Greater Ri | Pj library | $16,667 |
| The Miriam Hospital Foundation | Fain stroke lecture | $15,000 |
| Individual | General support | $6,000 |
| The Wheeler School | Hamilton institute | $5,500 |
| The Steel Yard | General support | $5,000 |
| Association for Autism and Neurodiv | General support | $5,000 |
| Rainforest Foundation US | Climate action & indigenous rights | $5,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| Community String Project | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Animal care | $5,000 |
| Temple Beth El | The norman myron fain fund | $4,500 |
| Rise | General operating funds | $3,000 |
| Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Ed Ctr | General support of mission | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan D Fain
- Martha F Roberts
- Wendy B Fain
Questions people ask
Does The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan D Fain (Trustee), Martha F Roberts (Trustee) and Wendy B Fain (Trustee).
What does The Norman and Rosalie Fain Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, housing and homelessness and education.