Scherr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Scherr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $36,520 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 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$36,520
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$865,671
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,300 the year before.
63% 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 | $9,300 | 4 | $770,436 |
| 2024 | $36,520 | 8 | $865,671 |
How to apply
Scherr Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $34,300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $720 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General support | $15,000 |
| JCC Greater Boston | General support | $12,800 |
| Ceres | General support | $2,500 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | General support | $2,000 |
| Bob Parson Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| The Schwartz Center | General support | $1,000 |
| 2 Life Communities | General support | $1,000 |
| Waterville Adaptive Sports | General support | $720 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Scherr
- Elinda S Scherr
Questions people ask
Does Scherr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scherr Family Foundation give?
$36,520 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Scherr Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard A Scherr (Trustee) and Elinda S Scherr (Trustee).