Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit
Preselected recipients only
Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $99,000 | 4 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 5 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 6 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit 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 | 4 | $80,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Food Bank of Western Massachussetts | General operating | $40,000 |
| New England Public Media Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | General operating | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood League of Massachuset | General operating | $10,000 |
| Rails to Trails Conservancy | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Waxler
- Stanley Waxler
- Bank of America N A
Questions people ask
Does Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Irving and Sulamith Blackberg Charit?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Waxler (Co-Trustee), Stanley Waxler (Co-Trustee) and Bank of America N A (Trustee).