Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $205,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$205,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $197,500 the year before.
5% of its 2025 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 | $177,000 | 17 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $197,500 | 19 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $205,500 | 20 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc 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 Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 13 | $154,500 |
| New York | 4 | $28,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Florida Foundation Inc | To support education | $80,000 |
| Palm Beach Dramaworks Inc | To support the arts | $15,000 |
| Palm Beach Symphony Society Inc | To support the local symphony | $14,500 |
| Manhattan School of Music | To support education | $10,000 |
| National Wildlife Refuge Association | To support the environment | $10,000 |
| The Alumni and Friends of Fiorello H Laguardia High School Inc | To support education | $10,000 |
| Tourism Cares Inc | To support the travel industry and create a positive impact on people and travel | $10,000 |
| West Palm Beach Library Foundation Inc | To support the local library | $10,000 |
| Raymond F Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Inc | To support the arts | $10,000 |
| Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach Inc | To support the arts | $5,000 |
| Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation Inc | To support education | $5,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | To support the arts | $5,000 |
| The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum Inc | To support whitehall and its collections | $5,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To support education trips to israel | $3,000 |
| Peabody Conservatory | To support education | $3,000 |
| Clinics Can Help Inc | To provide medical equipment and supplies to those in need | $2,500 |
| Palm Beach Opera Inc | To support the local opera | $2,500 |
| Chopin Foundation of the United States Inc | To support the arts | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc | To support the local community | $2,000 |
| Palm Beach Fellowship of Christians and Jews Inc | To support fellowship among all religions and cultures | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edith H Friedheim
- Michael N Schneider
- Lisa Hall
- Cindy Hall
Questions people ask
Does Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc give?
$205,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Edith H Friedheim (Pres, Sec, Treas, Dir), Michael N Schneider (Asst Sec, Asst Treas, Dir), Lisa Hall (Director) and Cindy Hall (Director).
What does Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.