The Laszlo N Tauber Family
The Laszlo N. Tauber Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Rockville, Maryland, dedicated to continuing the philanthropic activities of Laszlo N. Tauber. Established in 2003 in his memory, it supports work in mental health, scientific research, the Jewish community, and Israel, as well as the Avaloch Farm Music Institute.
Key facts about The Laszlo N Tauber Family
In short: The Laszlo N Tauber Family gave $1.3M across 49 grants in 2024 (avg $26K), top state California. 43% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 30-0208793
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,285,081
- Grants made (2024)
- 49
- Average grant
- $26,226
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 43% first-time grantees (17 of 40, 2024)
- Total assets
- $40,859,831
- Primary geography
- California (47% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$40.9M
+3.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.3M
+44.8% YoY
Grant Count
49
+14.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$26K
+27.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Laszlo N Tauber Family reported a distributable amount of $1.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Is The Laszlo N Tauber Family open to new grantees?
43%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 17 of 40 grantees (43%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $19K; repeat grants $42K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 48% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 79% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 88% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to continue Laszlo N. Tauber’s philanthropic activities. Its program areas include mental health; scientific research; Jewish community; Israel; and special projects.
Its mental health work includes professional training, research, advocacy, and programs and services, including efforts in Israel. Scientific research priorities include investigation of complex biological systems, breast cancer research and clinical trials, and public awareness of links between breast cancer and environmental exposure. Jewish community grants support adult education, Holocaust education and remembrance, and community engagement. Israel-related work aims to advance democracy, equality, and justice, including advocacy, humanitarian support, and social and intellectual endeavors.
The 2024 grants also illustrate the range of organizations supported. American Friends of Kishorit describes itself as a U.S. support organization for Kishorit, a community for people with disabilities in Israel. Breast Cancer Prevention Partners says it works to prevent breast cancer by eliminating exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation linked to the disease. Other 2024 recipients included congregations, a hospital, a university, and organizations focused on Alzheimer’s services and education, Jewish culture, and Israel.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 49 grants totaling $1,285,081. Grant amounts ranged from $740 to $336,803, with a median grant of $10,000. Among the largest awards were $336,803 to New Israel Fund for “Amutah Moshe Hess & Hamoked General Fund”; $150,000 to Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco for “FBT AIT Fund FBO Avaloch”; and $98,000 to Congregation Rodef Sholom for general charitable operations. Other notable grants included $70,000 to American Friends of Kishorit for its 2025 budget year, $50,000 to Breast Cancer Prevention Partners for its science program, and $25,000 each to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Tufts University.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went primarily to organizations in California (47%) and New York (33%), followed by Massachusetts (7%), Connecticut (7%), and Illinois (2%). Its website also describes Israel-focused grantmaking, including support for mental health initiatives there.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 49 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $888K (2023) to $8.8M (2020). In 2024 it made 49 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was New Israel Fund ($337K). Together the top 10 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
238 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 181 grants of 238 (76%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Israel Fund New York, NY | Amutah Moshe Hess & Hamoked General Fund | $336,803 |
| Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco San Francisco, CA | FBT Ait Fund FBO Avaloch | $150,000 |
| Congregation Rodef Sholom San Rafael, CA | General Charitable Operations | $98,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El San Francisco, CA | Cantor Concert Series | $90,000 |
| Congregation Rodef Sholom San Rafael, CA | Outdoor Terrace Living Room | $75,000 |
| American Friends of Kishorit West Hartford, CT | 2025 Budget Year | $70,000 |
| Breast Cancer Prevention Partners San Francisco, CA | Science Program | $50,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El San Francisco, CA | Capital Campaign | $50,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital Boston, MA | General Charitable Operations | $25,000 |
| Chabad of Nashoba Valley Westford, MA | General Charitable Operations | $25,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,859,831 | $3,011,893 | $2,404,066 | $1,285,081 |
| 2023 | $39,408,134 | $2,997,422 | $2,009,398 | $887,600 |
| 2022 | $38,374,009 | $2,689,010 | $3,268,130 | $1,653,476 |
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $40,859,831 | $39,408,134 | $38,374,009 |
| Revenue | $3,011,893 | $2,997,422 | $2,689,010 |
| Expenses | $2,404,066 | $2,009,398 | $3,268,130 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,716,870 | $1,328,916 | $2,088,875 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,356,015 | $1,803,948 | $1,239,537 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,949,322 | $1,890,908 | $1,938,917 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ingrid D. Tauber as president and director. It lists Alfred I. Tauber as vice president and treasurer beginning in March 2024, and Jay H. Grossman as treasurer until February 2024. Shari Hall was listed as secretary beginning in March 2024; Sylvia Tessler-Lozowick was listed as executive director until December 2024.
The foundation’s website identifies Ingrid D. Tauber as president and Alfred I. Tauber as secretary-treasurer. Its staff page lists Shari Hall, director of administrative affairs; Jay Grossman, comptroller; Lucas Flavell, financial analyst; and Jenna Bennett, grants specialist.
The Laszlo N Tauber Family is led by Ingrid D. Tauber, President & Director on every filing since 2020; 3 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ingrid D. Tauber
President & Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$125K (2020) → $125K (2024)
Sylvia Tessler-Lozowick
Executive Director
Executive Director & Israel → Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$160K (2020) → $171K (2024)
Alfred I. Tauber
Vice President & Treasurer
Secretary, Treasurer & Director → Vice President & Secretary, 2021
Vice President & Secretary → Vice President & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$125K (2020) → $125K (2024)
Jay H. Grossman
Treasurer
Controller → Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
15.2 hrs/week
$130K (2021) → $0 (2024)
Shari Hall
Secretary
Accountant → Director of Administrator Affairs, 2021
Director of Administrator Affairs → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
25.2 hrs/week
$121K (2021) → $0 (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $171K, to Sylvia Tessler-Lozowick (Exec. Director (Until 12/2024)). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Contact
Mailing address: 2440 Research Blvd 440, Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (301) 231-8334
Website: https://tauberfoundation.com
Frequently asked questions about The Laszlo N Tauber Family
How much does The Laszlo N Tauber Family give each year?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family gave $1.3M across 49 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $888K across 43 grants.
What is The Laszlo N Tauber Family's typical grant size?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $26,226, across 49 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Laszlo N Tauber Family that year got $19K on average.
Where does The Laszlo N Tauber Family give grants?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family's top state is California, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (33%) and Massachusetts (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (11 grants), San Francisco, CA (9 grants), Rockville, MD (3 grants) and San Rafael, CA (2 grants).
Does The Laszlo N Tauber Family give general operating support?
Yes: 41% of The Laszlo N Tauber Family's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (20 of 49) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "In Memory of Lillian Mussa" (4 grants).
Who are The Laszlo N Tauber Family's largest grantees?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family's largest 2024 grantees include New Israel Fund ($336,803), Congregation Rodef Sholom ($173,000 across 2 grants) and Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco ($166,139 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Laszlo N Tauber Family?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family reported $40.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.7M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Laszlo N Tauber Family fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to continue Laszlo N. Tauber’s philanthropic activities. Its program areas include mental health; scientific research; Jewish community; Israel; and special projects. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Laszlo N Tauber Family?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Laszlo N Tauber Family's EIN?
The Laszlo N Tauber Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-0208793. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Laszlo N Tauber Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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