Laszlo N. Tauber Family Foundation Inc

Overview

The Laszlo N. Tauber Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation established in 2003 to continue the philanthropic legacy of Dr. Laszlo N. Tauber, a renowned surgeon and philanthropist. The foundation is dedicated to supporting causes in the areas of mental health, scientific research, the Jewish community, and Israel.

History

Dr. Laszlo N. Tauber was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1915. During World War II, he played a heroic role in rescuing fellow European Jewish people through his medical practice and by forging documents to prevent deportation to concentration camps. He immigrated to the United States in 1947 and built a successful career as a surgeon and real estate developer. Dr. Tauber was a significant benefactor to various institutions, including Boston University and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. He passed away in 2002 at the age of 87, after which his children established the Laszlo N. Tauber Family Foundation to carry forward his philanthropic work.

Leadership

The foundation is led by Ingrid D. Tauber, PhD, who serves as President, and Alfred I. Tauber, MD, who serves as Secretary-Treasurer. Both leaders are committed to advancing their father's legacy through strategic philanthropy.

Focus Areas

• Mental Health: The foundation has made significant contributions to mental health initiatives, including establishing training programs for mental health professionals and supporting research into trauma and severe mental disorders.

• Scientific Research: It supports innovative scientific investigations, notably in the field of breast cancer research and the development of medical technologies.

• Jewish Community: The foundation focuses on Holocaust education and remembrance, partnering with institutions to enhance adult Jewish learning and support educational programs.

• Israel: The foundation supports organizations promoting social justice and progressive democratic values in Israel, such as the New Israel Fund and the Alliance for Israel's Future.

Funding Activities

The Laszlo N. Tauber Family Foundation supports a range of organizations and initiatives that align with its focus areas. Notable grantees include the New Israel Fund, Molad: the Center for the Renewal of Israeli Democracy, and the Jewish Family Children's Service. The foundation's grants are often directed towards promoting progressive political positions and social justice causes in the United States and Israel.

In recent years, the foundation has had significant assets and revenue, using these resources to make substantial charitable disbursements to various organizations.