Sam Berman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sam Berman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hollywood, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $759,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$759,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$23.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $751,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $751,000 | 20 | $18.9 million |
| 2024 | $759,000 | 23 | $23.3 million |
How to apply
Sam Berman Charitable 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 Sam Berman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 18 | $595,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $40,000 |
| New York | 2 | $18,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| David Posnack JCC | Donation | $250,000 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation | Donation | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Broward County | Donation | $75,000 |
| Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Scholars | Donation | $50,000 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | Donation | $50,000 |
| University of FL Foundation Inc | Donation | $50,000 |
| Camp Errol Athletics | Donation | $40,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Donation | $25,000 |
| Memorial Foundation Inc | Donation | $15,000 |
| Israel Heart 2 Heart | Donation | $15,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah Inc | Donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center Jacksonvill | Donation | $10,000 |
| University of Miami | Donation | $10,000 |
| Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans | Donation | $8,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Donation | $7,500 |
| No More Tears Inc | Donation | $7,500 |
| Celeste Burgess One Foundation | Donation | $6,000 |
| Jewish Adoption and Foster Care | Donation | $5,000 |
| Animal Aid Inc | Donation | $5,000 |
| Miami Children's Museum Inc | Donation | $5,000 |
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind | Donation | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Broward County | Donation | $5,000 |
| Voices for Children Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheryl Greenwald
- Ryan Greenwald
- Max Greenwald
Questions people ask
Does Sam Berman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sam Berman Charitable Foundation give?
$759,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sam Berman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheryl Greenwald (President &), Ryan Greenwald (Director) and Max Greenwald (Director).
What does Sam Berman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.