Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $225,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,000 | 2 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 3 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family 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 Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| American Friends of Ogen Inc | The Leo and Vera Plotkin fund to help families of reservists | $50,000 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | Ben and Sheila Plotkin Charitable Fund | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ben Plotkin
- Sheila Plotkin
Questions people ask
Does Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ben Plotkin (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Sheila Plotkin (Dir, VP).
What does Ben and Sheila Plotkin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.