Tad Taube (1931-2025) was an American real estate developer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and chairman of the Taube Family Foundation. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on April 1, 1931, into a Jewish family, he moved to California in the mid-20th century and built a successful career in real estate development through Taube Enterprises, focusing on commercial properties in the San Francisco Bay Area. His business success enabled significant philanthropy, particularly supporting conservative causes, Jewish heritage preservation, and educational initiatives. He was a major donor to institutions like the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, where he supported research on free markets and limited government. Through the Taube Family Foundation, he directed substantial funding toward Jewish cultural and educational programs, including museums, synagogues, and academic centers dedicated to Holocaust remembrance and Jewish studies. His philanthropic efforts also extended to conservative think tanks and policy organizations, reflecting his ideological commitment to free enterprise and traditional values. Taube was recognized for fostering networks of influence bridging business, political, and cultural advocacy, maintaining a low public profile while wielding considerable behind-the-scenes impact through donations and board positions. He passed away on September 13, 2025, leaving a foundation that continues his work.