The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation is a private foundation in Studio City, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 205 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.5 million
- Number of grants205
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$69.9 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.3 million the year before.
15% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.3 million | 199 | $68.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 205 | $69.9 million |
How to apply
The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 140 | $2.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 11 | $358,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $210,000 |
| New York | 23 | $152,975 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $107,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $90,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $75,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $63,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $56,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $26,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NutritionFactsorg | Support in providing free education regarding non-commercial science-based public nutrition research. | $200,000 |
| Public Citizen | Support of consumer advocacy | $150,000 |
| Internet Archive | Support for the creation of a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form | $135,000 |
| California Science Center Foundation | Support of science education | $112,950 |
| Csun | Support of education | $101,535 |
| UCLA Foundation | Support of Medical Research | $88,500 |
| The Posse Foundation | Support of high school students with academic & leadership potential | $75,000 |
| American College of Lifestyle Medicine | Support of medical research for chronic disease treatment through lifestyle changes and therapeutic means | $75,000 |
| The Physicians Committee for Responsible | To save and improve human and animal lives through plant-based diets. | $70,000 |
| Jewish World Watch | Support of prevention of mass atrocities in the sudan & congo | $60,000 |
| Kurdish Peace Institute | Support for vulnerable people including the homeless & poor. | $60,000 |
| Moving Medicine Forward | Support for prevention of disease through nutrition | $60,000 |
| Youth Champions | Support for the development of High School Students through paid internship opportunities | $60,000 |
| Hadassah So Californiamedical Research | Support of medical research | $50,000 |
| Vista del Mar Child & Family Services | Support of family services | $50,000 |
| Didi Hirsh Mental Health Services | SUPPORT OF Mental Health & Substance Abuse services for the poor | $50,000 |
| Greenpeace Fund | SUPPORT FOR the environment | $50,000 |
| The Giving Spirit | Support for the homeless | $50,000 |
| Our Children's Trust | To protect the Earth's atmosphere and natural systems for present and future generations. | $50,000 |
| RepresentUs Education Fund | Support for public education and research to promote the message of money-in-politics corruption, and increase civic participation. | $50,000 |
| City of Hope | Support of medical research | $40,000 |
| Chrysalis | SUPPORT OF Adoption Services | $40,000 |
| Food Access LA | Support for sustainable food systems that promote social and cultural activities benefiting low to moderate income residents of Los Angeles while also supporting California small and mid-sized farms and local small businesses | $40,000 |
| A Place Called Home | education, counseling and mentorship of underprivileged children | $35,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Support of the homebound | $35,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Support of community needs | $35,000 |
| UCLA Foundation - Ronald Reagan Med Ctr | Support of medical research. | $35,000 |
| Los Angeles Community Action Network | To help people dealing with poverty create & discover opportunities. | $35,000 |
| UCLA Foundation - Integrative Medicine | Support of Medical Research | $35,000 |
| We Benefit Children | Support for children in underserved communities in Los Angeles | $35,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles | Support of child mentoring | $30,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Support of health services | $30,000 |
| Foundation for Craniofacial Surgery | Medical support for children with facial birth defects and deformities | $30,000 |
| UCLA - Unicamp | Support of education | $25,000 |
| Camp Bob Waldorf Foundation | SUPPORT OF Underprivileged Children | $25,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Support of medical research | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Waterkeeper | Support for preservation of Santa Monica Bay, San Pedro Bay & the adjacent waters | $25,000 |
| The Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason & Scienc | Support of Scientific Literacy | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Support of poor and disadvantaged individuals. | $25,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | Support of Medical Care for the Poor | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Gold
- Howard Gold
- Karen Schiffer
Questions people ask
Does The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 205 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeff Gold (Trustee), Howard Gold (Trustee) and Karen Schiffer (Trustee).
What does The Sheila Dave & Sherry Gold Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.