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Krupp Family Foundation

Annual Giving
$2.5M
Grant Range
$25K - $0.3M

Krupp Family Foundation

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $2.5M (2025 projected)
  • Success Rate: N/A (invitation-only)
  • Decision Time: Not specified
  • Grant Range: $25,000 - $250,000
  • Geographic Focus: Massachusetts (Boston area) and Los Angeles, CA

Contact Details

Overview

Founded in 1995 by George and Lizbeth Krupp, the Krupp Family Foundation is a private family foundation with approximately $28.5 million in assets. The foundation has evolved from traditional philanthropic support of arts, culture, and Jewish education to become a progressive funder focused on building cultural, political, and economic power for communities most directly impacted by systems of oppression. With annual giving of approximately $2.5 million distributed to around 49 grantees, the foundation operates on a trust-based, multi-year general operating support model. In 2024, they expanded their board to include independent members with deep expertise in social justice philanthropy, signaling a commitment to evolving their practices and impact.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

  • General Operating Support Grants: $25,000 - $250,000 (multi-year commitments, typically 3-year cycles)
    • Application method: Invitation-only basis
    • Median grant size: $25,000
    • Focus on flexible, unrestricted funding

Priority Areas

  • Social and racial justice movements
  • Base-building grassroots organizations led by impacted communities
  • Movement infrastructure organizations providing training and connectivity
  • Socially engaged arts and culture
  • Food justice and access initiatives
  • Jewish education, youth development, and grassroots organizations working in allyship

What They Don't Fund

While not explicitly stated, the foundation's focused approach suggests they do not fund:

  • Organizations outside Massachusetts and Los Angeles
  • Capital campaigns or project-specific funding (preference for general operating support)
  • Single-issue advocacy disconnected from broader movement building
  • Organizations not aligned with social and racial justice mission

Governance and Leadership

Founders:

  • George Krupp - Co-Founder, Emeritus Board Member, real estate and finance mogul, founding partner of The Berkshire Group
  • Lizbeth Krupp - Co-Founder, Board Member, former chair of Rose Art Museum board of advisors

Current Leadership:

  • Liana Krupp - President
  • Gabriella Mora - Vice President of Programs & Strategy (MPH, Temple University)

Board of Trustees (2024):

  • 4 family members: George Krupp, Lizbeth Krupp, Liana Krupp, Michael Krupp
  • 3 independent members: David Y. Moy (formerly Hyams Foundation), Naomi Orensten (Dorot Foundation), Larry Silverstein

"Risk is inherently about trust, and trust is about power," states President Liana Krupp, emphasizing the foundation's commitment to trust-based philanthropy.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

This funder does not have a public application process. The Krupp Family Foundation operates strictly on an invitation-only basis. Organizations cannot submit unsolicited applications. The foundation proactively identifies and invites organizations that align with their mission to apply for funding.

Getting on Their Radar

Based on the foundation's giving patterns and strategic priorities, organizations may increase visibility by:

  • Building strong presence in social justice movements in Massachusetts or Los Angeles
  • Demonstrating leadership by those most impacted by systemic oppression
  • Connecting with other organizations in the foundation's portfolio who might make introductions
  • Participating in movement building spaces where foundation staff and board members are active, particularly through organizations like the Trust Based Philanthropy Project where they are partners
  • Building relationships with David Y. Moy and Naomi Orensten, their new independent board members who bring extensive networks from Hyams Foundation and Dorot Foundation

Decision Timeline

Not publicly specified due to invitation-only model

Success Rates

Not applicable - invitation-only process

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable - organizations must be invited to apply

Application Success Factors

Given the invitation-only model, organizations cannot directly apply but can position themselves for potential invitation by:

  • Demonstrated Movement Building: Show clear connection to broader social and racial justice movements, not just single-issue work
  • Community Leadership: Organizations led by and accountable to communities most impacted by oppression are prioritized
  • Geographic Alignment: Strong presence and impact in Massachusetts (especially Boston area) or Los Angeles
  • Trust-Based Readiness: Ability to effectively use flexible, multi-year general operating support with minimal reporting requirements
  • Values Alignment: Clear commitment to the foundation's five core values: Right Relationship, Truth-Telling, Grantee Partner Expertise, Reliability/Honesty/Transparency, and Shared Liberation
  • Infrastructure Focus: Organizations that either build grassroots power directly or provide critical infrastructure support to movement organizations

President Liana Krupp emphasizes: "We believe that if the organizations we support have the strong infrastructure they need... they will continue to thrive and exist in the world far beyond our grant cycle."

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• Invitation-only funder - Cannot submit unsolicited applications; focus on building visibility in social justice movements in MA or LA • Trust-based approach - Multi-year general operating support with simplified processes and minimal reporting • Movement-focused - Prioritizes organizations building political, cultural, and economic power for marginalized communities • Strategic networking - Build relationships with current grantees and new independent board members who can provide introductions • Geographic limitations - Primarily funds in Massachusetts and Los Angeles; limited support outside these areas • Evolution in progress - Foundation actively evolving practices with new board members and partnership with Trust Based Philanthropy Project • Family foundation with professional staff - While family-led, employs professional program staff with deep expertise in social justice philanthropy

References

  • Krupp Family Foundation Official Website (www.kruppfamilyfoundation.org) - Accessed January 2025
  • IRS Form 990-PF filings for Krupp Family Foundation (EIN: 43-812871) - 2022-2024
  • "Meet the Moment: Krupp Family Foundation" - Trust Based Philanthropy Project, 2025
  • "Krupp Family Foundation Expands Board with Two New Independent Members" - Foundation Press Release, 2024
  • Candid/Foundation Center Database Entry for Krupp Family Foundation - Accessed January 2025
  • ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Krupp Family Foundation Profile - Accessed January 2025
  • Interview quotes from Liana Krupp via Trust Based Philanthropy Project publications
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