Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$22,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$240,664
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $22,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $22,000 | 7 | $230,435 |
| 2024 | $22,500 | 8 | $240,664 |
How to apply
Lucy I Sherman Charitable 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 Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $17,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $4,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Rescue Committee Inc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | Medical | $2,000 |
| Oxfam-America Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Safe Passage Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| WGBH Educational Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| Tenacity Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| American Indian College Fund | Charitable | $500 |
| Mhsa Massachusetts Housing and Shelter Aliiance | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucy I Sherman
- Richard Sabin
- William Sherman
Questions people ask
Does Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation give?
$22,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lucy I Sherman (President & Treasurer), Richard Sabin (Clerk) and William Sherman (Director).
What does Lucy I Sherman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.