The Sheba Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sheba Foundation is a private foundation in Highland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $20,879 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$4.4 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$20,879
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$64.1 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
86% 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 | $1.1 million | 37 | $55.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 51 | $64.1 million |
How to apply
The Sheba 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 The Sheba Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 28 | $3.3 million |
| New York | 8 | $539,972 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $175,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $120,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $110,000 |
| California | 2 | $57,463 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $48,776 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,229 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,265 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Suburban Synagogue Beth El | Support the synagogue and its security | $1.1 million |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | Social services | $770,195 |
| Jewish United Fund - Kibbutz Nir Oz | Kibbutz family expenses and milking stations | $235,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - American Friends of Sheba Medical Center | Medical equipment | $232,600 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University Inc | Research on food safety | $222,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - NA' Amat USA | Bomb shelter | $180,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Support israeli services and scholarships | $140,040 |
| The Clarion Project | Education on public safety | $110,000 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | Emergency resources | $109,152 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Public affairs, public awareness, combat anti-semitism | $100,000 |
| Help Hope Live | Highland park shooting victim fund | $100,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - Tel Aviv University | Emergency education resources | $100,000 |
| Stand Together | Public affairs | $100,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - United Hatzalah | Oxygen and related medical equipment for the north of israel and hatzalah | $85,550 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | New hospital in brazil and general programs for support of children needing major medical care | $75,000 |
| The Israel Advocacy Group | Public affairs, public awareness, combat anti-semitism | $75,000 |
| Camp for All Kids | Youth development | $70,200 |
| Friends of Elnet | Education of citizens and leaders to promote israel-europe relations | $63,835 |
| Israeli-American Council | Support the israeli-american community | $50,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - Mobile Aeder Media | Social services | $50,000 |
| Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago - Shirley Ryan Abilitylab | Medical services | $50,000 |
| Jewish United Fund - Ben-Gurion University | Social services | $37,400 |
| The Binyamin Fund | Medical services | $36,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Family room program and general programs for support of children needing major medical care | $30,000 |
| Keshet | Education, recreation, adult and residential programs for individuals with disabilities | $25,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | Education, research and programs to promote israel-american relations | $20,879 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Support medical research relating to multiple sclerosis | $19,363 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Support museum operations | $18,164 |
| Council for Jewish Elderly | Elder care | $15,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Veterans and first responders support | $15,000 |
| Glenwood Academy | Education | $10,229 |
| Chicago Police Memorial Foundation | Survivor family services | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund - Adi Negev-Nahalat Eran | Support the hospital in negev | $10,000 |
| Jewish Institute for National Security | Education and research in support of national security | $9,733 |
| Build Inc | Chicagoland youth services | $8,685 |
| Standwithus | Fighting anti-semitism | $7,463 |
| Jewish National Fund | Support charitable causes consistent with jewish ethics | $7,250 |
| Goodman Theatre | Support performing arts | $6,168 |
| The Ark | Social services | $5,362 |
| American Committee for Weizmann Institute of Science | Research in the natural and exact sciences and advancing scientific studies in schools | $5,319 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven H Lavin
- Deborah Rosenberg
- Dawn Lavin
- Michael Lavin
Questions people ask
Does The Sheba Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sheba Foundation give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $20,879.
Who runs The Sheba Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven H Lavin (Director & President), Deborah Rosenberg (Director & Secretary), Dawn Lavin (Director & Asst. Secretary) and Michael Lavin (Treasurer).
What does The Sheba Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.