Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation is a private foundation in Silver Spring, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $915,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$915,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$23.6 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 17 | $20.2 million |
| 2024 | $915,000 | 17 | $23.6 million |
How to apply
Sheldon and Audrey Katz 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 Sheldon and Audrey Katz 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 | 7 | $440,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $95,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $90,000 |
| California | 1 | $90,000 |
| New York | 2 | $80,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Green Forests Work | Environmental conservation | $100,000 |
| Population Action International | Medical awarness | $100,000 |
| Frankfurt Zoological Society | Environmental conservation | $95,000 |
| Population Connection | Medical awarness | $95,000 |
| Homeless Prenatal Program | Operating | $90,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Operating | $90,000 |
| Amazon Conservation Association | Environmental conservation | $50,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Environmental conservation | $50,000 |
| Behavioral Ideas Lab Inc | Support of voter cast initiative | $50,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen | Feeding the hungry | $40,000 |
| The Phillips Collection | Unrestricted gift | $35,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Medical research | $30,000 |
| Turquoise Mountain Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Maryland Biodiversity Project | Environmental conservation | $20,000 |
| The Yale School of Architecture | Support of the center for ecosystems in architecture | $20,000 |
| Round House Theatre Inc | Operating | $15,000 |
| Friends of Bookside Gardens | Environmental conservation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheldon T Katz
- Meryl Katz
- Russell Katz
Questions people ask
Does Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation give?
$915,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheldon T Katz (President), Meryl Katz (Secretary) and Russell Katz (Vice President).
What does Sheldon and Audrey Katz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.