Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lantana, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $189,900 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$189,900
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$296,156
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,900 the year before.
50% 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 | $272,000 | 7 | $18,765 |
| 2024 | $101,900 | 8 | $13,135 |
| 2025 | $189,900 | 10 | $296,156 |
How to apply
Gilbert Scharf 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 Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $61,400 |
| New York | 3 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of Marin | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Palm Beach Synagogue | Charitable | $19,000 |
| Chabad of South Palm Beach | Charitable | $16,900 |
| Young Jewish Chesed Inc | Charitable | $12,500 |
| The Rhinebeck Jewish Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Weill Cornell Medicine | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Chabad the Beaches | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Council of Trustees and Alumni | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Coudert Institute | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Buckley School | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gilbert D Scharf
Questions people ask
Does Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation give?
$189,900 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gilbert D Scharf (Trustee).
What does Gilbert Scharf Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.