Shrensky Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Shrensky Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $224,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $19,500 and the largest $60,000. 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$224,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$19,500
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $256,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $319,500 | 10 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $256,000 | 10 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $224,000 | 10 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Shrensky 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 Shrensky Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $169,000 |
| New York | 4 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva of Greater Washington | General support | $60,000 |
| Mesorah DC | General support | $50,000 |
| American Society for Yad Vashem | General support | $25,000 |
| Center for Jewish Living North Montgomery County Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Maor Institute | General support | $24,000 |
| American Friends of Yeshivas Mir Yerushalayim | General support | $15,000 |
| Torah School of Greater Washington | General support | $10,000 |
| Community of Hope | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | General support | $5,000 |
| Kollel Bais Hillel | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lewis F Shrensky
- Barbara Shrensky
Questions people ask
Does Shrensky Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shrensky Foundation Inc give?
$224,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $19,500.
Who runs Shrensky Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lewis F Shrensky (President/Treasurer) and Barbara Shrensky (Vice President/Secretary).
What does Shrensky Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.