Shemen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Shemen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $36,718 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$36,718
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$73,187
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $136,667 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $136,667 | 20 | $115,219 |
| 2024 | $36,718 | 7 | $73,187 |
How to apply
Shemen 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $19,914 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $16,804 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Toldos Yaakov Yosef | Financial support | $16,000 |
| See Attached Statement | Financial support | $11,621 |
| Kolel Shomrei Hachomos of Jerusalem | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Donors Fund Inc | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Cong Ner Yisroel | Financial support | $1,876 |
| Mosdos Kever Rochel | Financial support | $1,414 |
| Keren Hatzedaka | Financial support | $1,307 |
Officers and trustees
- Yisroel Greenzweig
Questions people ask
Does Shemen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shemen Foundation Inc give?
$36,718 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Shemen Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Yisroel Greenzweig (Director).