Alvin Sherman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alvin Sherman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Plantation, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$63.9 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.7 million the year before.
85% 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 | $3.7 million | 9 | $53.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 13 | $63.9 million |
How to apply
Alvin Sherman 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 Alvin Sherman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $750,000 |
| California | 4 | $190,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Fund Inc | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $750,000 |
| Vineyard Theater | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $450,000 |
| Lambda Legal | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $285,000 |
| Sage | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| North Central College | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $150,000 |
| American Repertory Theater | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Geffen Playhouse | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Film Independent | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| MCC Theater | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Fountain Theater | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Ellen Hermanson Foundation | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Catticus Corp | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Elemyouth in Distress in Isreal | To futher the organization charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jayne Sherman
- Lanny Kalik
Questions people ask
Does Alvin Sherman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alvin Sherman Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Alvin Sherman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jayne Sherman (Trustee) and Lanny Kalik (Management Advisor).
What does Alvin Sherman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.