Shalom Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shalom Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $279,928 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,532 and the largest $224,000. 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$279,928
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,532
- Largest grant$224,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $242,252 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $217,770 | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $242,252 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $279,928 | 14 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Shalom Family 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 Shalom Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $263,855 |
| New York | 3 | $15,063 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,010 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adl | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $224,000 |
| Beth Israel | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $15,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Hillel at University of Rochester | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $5,000 |
| John Hancock | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $3,575 |
| United Hatzalah | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $2,563 |
| Pine Street Inn | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $2,500 |
| Jalsa | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $2,500 |
| Hadassah | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $2,500 |
| Holocaust Memorial | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $1,010 |
| Demeng Pro Israel | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| Camp Tevya | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $180 |
| The Lenny Zakim Fund | Contribution for unrestricted purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Neal Shalom
- Deborah Shalom
Questions people ask
Does Shalom Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shalom Family Charitable Foundation give?
$279,928 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,532.
Who runs Shalom Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Neal Shalom (Trustee) and Deborah Shalom (Trustee).
What does Shalom Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.