David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $203,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$203,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 | $155,000 | 3 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 2 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $203,500 | 6 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
David and Elizabeth Sherman 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 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $201,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough Ny Inc | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Temple Shaaray Tefila | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Columbia Business School | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| New Orleans Trad Jazz Camp | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| National Eating Disorders Association | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Sherman
- Elizabeth A Sherman
Questions people ask
Does David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation give?
$203,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David M Sherman (Co-President, Treasurer and Director) and Elizabeth A Sherman (Co-President, Secretary and Director).