Rubenstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rubenstein Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $387,767 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $149,501. 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$387,767
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$149,501
- Assets$23.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $609,026 the year before.
25% 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 | $609,026 | 22 | $21.5 million |
| 2024 | $387,767 | 12 | $23.8 million |
How to apply
Rubenstein 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 Rubenstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $387,767 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evelyn's Park Conservancy | Donation | $149,501 |
| City of Bellaire | Donation | $125,766 |
| The Fay School | Donation | $25,500 |
| JFS Dallas | Donation | $20,000 |
| The Jewish Federation | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Chai House of Dallas | Donation | $10,000 |
| Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum | Donation | $10,000 |
| Temple Shalom | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Holocaust Museum Houston | Donation | $10,000 |
| Congregation Emanu El | Donation | $7,000 |
| The EmeryWeiner School | Donation | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Yeshurun | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Keith Rubenstein
- Scott Rubenstein
- Jason Rubenstein
- Rusty Rubenstein
- Carolyn Rubenstein
- Jeri Lyn Sebert
Questions people ask
Does Rubenstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rubenstein Foundation give?
$387,767 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rubenstein Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Keith Rubenstein (Trustee), Scott Rubenstein (Trustee), Jason Rubenstein (Trustee) and Rusty Rubenstein (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rubenstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.