Alan D And Susan Lewis Solomont
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various causes, primarily focusing on education, Jewish organizations, arts and culture, and community service. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, promoting cultural initiatives, and supporting social justice efforts. The foundation provides grants to a diverse range of recipients, including educational institutions like Tufts College and Berklee College of Music, as well as organizations such as the Obama Foundation and the United States Holocaust Museum. Through its funding, the foundation aims to foster community engagement and support human welfare initiatives.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-mid sized nonprofits (especially in Massachusetts) working in education, arts/culture, Jewish community causes, or local human services that fit the trustees' known interests and are likely to be nominated or introduced.
Good Fit
- • Organization is based in Massachusetts or has strong MA programming.
- • Work aligns with education, arts/culture, or Jewish community priorities.
- • Seeks modest operating or program support (typical grants around $1K–$10K).
- • Has a connection, nomination, or introduction into the trustees' network.
Geography
Grantmaking is concentrated in Massachusetts (about 68% of dollars and 83% of grants) but spans a handful of other states (five states observed), indicating a state-focused but not strictly single-county footprint.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 35 distinct recipients and dozens of small-to-mid-sized grants across education, arts, Jewish causes, and community service, so the portfolio funds a fairly broad set of independent organizations despite some dollar concentration.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows 15 new recipients in the latest year, which demonstrates the foundation adds new grantees; however, the foundation also states it only funds preselected applicants and has no public website or open application, so access for unfamiliar applicants is likely limited to nomination or introduction.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
