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The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in NAPLES, FL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1987. It holds total assets of $5.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.6M. Total assets have grown from $1.2M in 2011 to $5.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Florida and Massachusetts. According to available records, The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. has made 9 grants totaling $1.3M, with a median grant of $165K. Annual giving has decreased from $890K in 2023 to $445K in 2024. Individual grants have ranged from $45K to $235K, with an average award of $148K. The foundation has supported 3 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Florida and Massachusetts. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$45K
Median Grant
$165K
Average Grant
$147K
Largest Grant
$230K
Based on 3 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 9 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in FL, MA.
The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.3M across 9 grants. The median grant size is $165K, with an average of $148K. Individual grants have ranged from $45K to $235K.
The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Contributions will be primarily made to those section 501(c)(3) organizations that are engaged in the development, promotion and preservation and interest in cultural and/or historical activities, conversation and preservation of open space and natural resources and.
The Rudi Lazarus Foundation Inc. is headquartered in NAPLES, FL. While based in FL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael A Buzzeo | TREASURER | $40K | $0 | $40K |
| Richard Zelisko | PRESIDENT | $40K | $0 | $40K |
| Laura Lytton | SECRETARY | $15K | $0 | $15K |
| Michael V Buzzeo | VICE PRESIDE | $15K | $0 | $15K |
Total Giving
$607K
Total Assets
$5.2M
Fair Market Value
$5.3M
Net Worth
$5.2M
Grants Paid
$445K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
$258K
Total: $4.3M
Total Grants
9
Total Giving
$1.3M
Average Grant
$148K
Median Grant
$165K
Unique Recipients
3
Most Common Grant
$235K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ringling School Of Art &SECTION 501(C)(3) ACTIVITIES | Sarasota, FL | $235K | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of SaraSECTION 501(C)(3) ACTIVITIES SE | Sarasota, FL | $165K | 2024 |
| Mount Holyoke CollegeSECTION 501(C)(3) ACTIVITIES | South Hadley, MA | $45K | 2024 |