IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $205,135 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,325 and the largest $58,536. 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$205,135
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,325
- Largest grant$58,536
- Assets$979,141
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,070 the year before.
32% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $121,680 | 22 | $863,831 |
| 2024 | $160,070 | 27 | $876,621 |
| 2025 | $205,135 | 28 | $979,141 |
How to apply
IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family 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 IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 4 | $66,286 |
| New York | 3 | $50,850 |
| Florida | 9 | $48,910 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $28,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $9,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $750 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $136 |
| Texas | 1 | $103 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Har Shalom | General | $58,536 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Forces | General | $50,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General | $13,000 |
| Insight Through Education | General | $10,180 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | General | $10,150 |
| Kravis Center Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Phillips Collection | General | $10,000 |
| Brain Injury Association of America | General | $9,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | General | $6,000 |
| Hillel | General | $5,000 |
| Ballenisles Charity Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Active Minds | General | $2,000 |
| Baltimore Museum of Art | General | $1,650 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $1,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General | $750 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $500 |
| MPN Research Foundation | General | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $250 |
| The Israel Bridge | General | $200 |
| Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens | General | $180 |
| St Jude's Hospital | General | $136 |
| American Heart Association | General | $103 |
| Jewish Community Center | General | $100 |
| Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation | General | $100 |
| Community Foundation Greater Buffalo - Dena Goldstein Memorial | General | $100 |
| Bella's Angels | General | $100 |
| The Autoimmune Association | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- IRA Sherman
- Maryjo Sherman
- Bradley Sherman
- Daniel Sherman
- Abigail Sherman
Questions people ask
Does IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc give?
$205,135 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,325.
Who runs IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists IRA Sherman (Executive Director), Maryjo Sherman (Director), Bradley Sherman (Director) and Daniel Sherman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does IRA and Maryjo Sherman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and science and research.