Abraham Shapiro Charity Fund Trust
Invitation OnlyNeedham, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6043588 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$184K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$7.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
40% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Boston, MA | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Brandeis University | Waltham, MA | Educational | $53,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | New York, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Seattle, WA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Yad Chessed | North Waltham, MA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hillel International | Washington, DC | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Gann Academy | Waltham, MA | Educational | $5,500 |
| Hebrew Senior Life | Roslindale, MA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Itrek | New York, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Keshet | Jamaica Plain, MA | Charitable | $3,600 |
| Bidmc | Boston, MA | Medical | $2,500 |
| Jalsa | Boston, MA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Rosie's Place | Boston, MA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Itim | New York, NY | Charitable | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $184,100 | 15 |
| 2023 | $301,435 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531359349103188
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6043588
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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