The Klarman Family Foundation
The Klarman Family Foundation
Boston, MA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
04-3105768
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
The Klarman Family Foundation
Boston, MA, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
04-3105768
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•
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
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The Klarman Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and New York, having paid out a total of $82.2 million in grants to 590 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits on a relationship-based, invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Klarman Family Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
At The Klarman Family Foundation, we seek to identify areas of unmet need and to advance solutions to addressing them. We believe passionately in the promise and importance of creative thinking, strategic leadership and strong organizations to help bring about change. Our intention as a Foundation is to help make measurable progress in improving the lives of others.
Cause Areas
14
Foundations
Music
Climate change
Eating disorders
Community mental health care
Genetic research
News and public information
Media democracy
Democracy
Public administration
Judaism
Antidiscrimination
Diversity and intergroup relations
International peace and security
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Populations
8
Children and youth
Families
Women and girls
People with diseases and illnesses
Jewish people
At-risk youth
Economically disadvantaged people
Immigrants and migrants
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BROAD INSTITUTE INC
$68.1M
8%
NEW VENTURE FUND
$56M
6%
Combined Jewish Philanthropies Of Greater Boston Inc
$23.1M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
260
Median 1st year grant
$37.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$75K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Klarman Family Foundation?
No. The Klarman Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Klarman Family Foundation give?
The Klarman Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, District Of Columbia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Klarman Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Klarman Family Foundation fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $38 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Klarman Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Klarman Family Foundation awarded about 260 grants, totaling nearly $82.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Klarman Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Klarman Family Foundation awarded grants to about 590 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BROAD INSTITUTE INC, NEW VENTURE FUND, and Combined Jewish Philanthropies Of Greater Boston Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Klarman Family Foundation?
The Klarman Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.