Elia & Fannie Karas Foundation Incorporated
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to making charitable contributions across various sectors. Its mission appears to focus on supporting Jewish organizations, health-related charities, and educational nonprofits, reflecting a commitment to community service and social welfare. The foundation primarily serves organizations that benefit the Jewish community, health initiatives, and educational institutions. It has a notable presence in the Boston area, where it supports local charities and educational programs, while also extending its reach to other states. Overall, the foundation emphasizes philanthropy aimed at enhancing community well-being and educational opportunities.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small- to mid-sized tax-exempt organizations with a clear charitable purpose and a Massachusetts connection (or programs serving MA residents), especially in education, health, Jewish community services, or local community causes.
Good Fit
- • Programs or beneficiaries are rooted in Massachusetts or directly serve MA residents.
- • Work aligns with education, health, Jewish community, or local service organizations previously funded.
- • Able to submit a concise letter or packet describing charitable purpose and budget rather than an online form.
- • Comfortable requesting grants across a range of sizes (small gifts common; occasional large award possible).
Geography
Giving is heavily concentrated in Massachusetts (about 78% of 2023 dollars) even though recipients in six states received smaller grants, so the observed footprint is primarily local to MA.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 16 distinct recipients and the three-year history grows from 8 to 12 to 16 grantees, with diverse mission types (education, health, Jewish organizations, conservancy, arts), indicating a broad recipient set for this foundation's size.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows many new grantees (10 new recipients in 2023) and the foundation publishes rolling submission instructions and a named mailing/phone contact, supporting a high plausibility that unfamiliar applicants can enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
