Phyllis & Jerome Lyle Rappaport Foundation

The Phyllis & Jerome Lyle Rappaport Foundation sponsors the work of new and emerging leaders to increase this region’s capacity for generating effective public policy solutions, breakthroughs for neurologic and mental illnesses, and world-class art. The work is accomplished through strategic partnerships with Harvard University, Boston College Law School, Massachusetts General Hospital, McLean Hospital, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Cure Alzheimer’s Fund and the DeCordova Sculpture Park & Art Museum. The Foundation’s desire is to connect individuals with demonstrated leadership capability, intellectual rigor, and integrity, who can make meaningful change in greater Boston. The Foundation fosters innovative thinking, productive dialogue and creative alliances. By valuing and rewarding those who show commitment and success the Foundation provides grant recipients with opportunities and resources to strengthen their careers in countless ways. MISSION To improve the quality of life in Greater Boston and beyond by catalyzing new generations of collaborative leaders in public policy and public service, medical research, and the arts. We do so by: • Sponsoring government and academic partnerships to improve public policy outcomes. • Funding research that may lead to breakthroughs in neurologic and mental illnesses. • Rewarding the creation of exceptional visual art and music.