David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$97,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$322,605
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,450 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $172,450 | 25 | $383,882 |
| 2024 | $82,450 | 18 | $357,520 |
| 2025 | $97,500 | 18 | $322,605 |
How to apply
David & Sheila Cornstein 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 David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $82,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $14,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann School | Charitable | $20,000 |
| New York Law School | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Park East Synagogue (Cantor B Rogosnitzky) | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Bruce and Marsha Moskowitz Foundation Inc | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Palm Beach Synaogue | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chemotherarpy Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Upper East Side Hatzolah | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kenny Gordon Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Marisa Poster Kids for Kids Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Northwestern Med Memorial Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Renewal of Life Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Save A Childs Heart | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Chemotherapy Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The How Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Cornstein
- Sheila Cornstein
Questions people ask
Does David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation give?
$97,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Cornstein (Trustee) and Sheila Cornstein (Trustee).
What does David & Sheila Cornstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.