Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,840 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $510 and the largest $21,500. 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$61,840
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$510
- Largest grant$21,500
- Assets$348,935
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,205 the year before.
89% 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 | $41,738 | 14 | $335,295 |
| 2024 | $44,205 | 14 | $327,990 |
| 2025 | $61,840 | 26 | $348,935 |
How to apply
Harry & Beatrice Sley 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 Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 8 | $33,900 |
| Maryland | 8 | $12,660 |
| California | 4 | $10,410 |
| Virginia | 3 | $2,450 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,800 |
| Colorado | 1 | $520 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giffords Law Center | General | $21,500 |
| Church of the Redeemer | General | $10,000 |
| International Myeloma Foundation | General | $9,250 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | General | $5,500 |
| Individual | General | $3,900 |
| Maccabi USA | General | $1,800 |
| McLean Projects for the Arts | General | $1,350 |
| Individual | GEneral | $1,200 |
| The Lab School | General | $1,100 |
| Manassas Ballet Theatre | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $960 |
| Individual | General | $520 |
| Individual | General | $500 |
| Alzheimers Association | General | $500 |
| Defiant Requim Foundation | General | $500 |
| Individual | General | $360 |
| The Ivymount School | General | $100 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | General | $100 |
| Individual | General | $100 |
| Weta | General | $100 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General | $100 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General | $100 |
| Bethseda Chevy Chase Rescue Squad | General | $100 |
| Cabin John Volunteer Fire Dept | General | $100 |
| The Phillips Collection | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Betsy Sley Grossman
- Benjamin H Sley
Questions people ask
Does Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation give?
$61,840 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $510.
Who runs Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Betsy Sley Grossman (Executive Dir.) and Benjamin H Sley (Executive Dir.).
What does Harry & Beatrice Sley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.