The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $40,000. 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 grants15
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $381,200 the year before.
13% 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 | $454,130 | 21 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $381,200 | 18 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $97,500 | 15 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Saul and Theresa Esman 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 The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $94,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida International University | General support | $40,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Hospital | General support | $10,000 |
| Miami Rescue Mission | General support | $8,000 |
| Quantum House | General support | $5,000 |
| Glades Initiative | General support | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonlald House | General support | $5,000 |
| Golden Bell Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Miami Lighthouse | General support | $3,500 |
| Intl Wagr Assoc | General support | $3,000 |
| Camp Boggy Creek | General support | $3,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Et Al | General support | $3,000 |
| Fuller Center Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| God First Ministries | General support | $1,000 |
| Sari Asher Center for Integrative Cancer Care | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Murray Levin
- Steven Levin
- Catherine Boeck
- Mandy Forrester
Questions people ask
Does The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc give?
$97,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Murray Levin (Exec Director), Steven Levin (Secretary), Catherine Boeck (Treasurer) and Mandy Forrester (Director).
What does The Saul and Theresa Esman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.