Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $517,355 in 67 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $50,000. 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$517,355
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $694,145 the year before.
29% 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 | $512,450 | 82 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $694,145 | 93 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $517,355 | 67 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Martin D & Jean Shafiroff 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 Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 48 | $444,540 |
| Florida | 12 | $53,825 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,570 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,400 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $770 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $750 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Jewish Life of Ny | General | $50,000 |
| Global Strays | General | $50,000 |
| Viennese Opera Ball | General | $31,900 |
| Samuel Waxman Cancer Research | General | $31,000 |
| Southampton Hospital Foundation | General | $30,750 |
| Historical Society of Palm Beach | General | $23,100 |
| F I T Foundation | General | $21,500 |
| French Heritage Society | General | $20,400 |
| Casita Maria | General | $18,000 |
| Mission Society of NYC | General | $17,700 |
| New York Women's Foundation | General | $16,550 |
| Breast Cancer Research | General | $11,000 |
| Cheshire Academy | General | $10,000 |
| South Fork Natural History Museum | General | $10,000 |
| Southampton African American Museum | General | $10,000 |
| Southampton History Museum | General | $10,000 |
| Ace Program for the Homeless | General | $9,175 |
| Southampton Animal Shelter | General | $8,900 |
| Ellen Hermanson Foundation | General | $8,500 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | General | $8,000 |
| Southampton Bath & Tennis Club Char Fund | General | $7,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center | General | $6,700 |
| Ballet Palm Beach | General | $6,000 |
| New York Botanical Gardens | General | $5,200 |
| New York City Ballet | General | $5,100 |
| American Foundation for AIDS Research | General | $5,000 |
| Belmont Child Care Association | General | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Police Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Save Venice | General | $5,000 |
| Spoons Across America | General | $5,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | General | $4,500 |
| Southampton Arts Center | General | $4,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General | $4,000 |
| American Ballet Theater | General | $3,600 |
| Jewish Board of Family Services | General | $3,500 |
| Carnegie Hall Opera | General | $2,900 |
| American Red Cross | General | $2,570 |
| Faith Evangelistic Assembly of God | General | $2,500 |
| Center for Family Services | General | $2,400 |
| El Museo del Barrio | General | $2,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin D Shafiroff
- Jean Shafiroff
- John Lutri
Questions people ask
Does Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation give?
$517,355 in tax year 2025, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin D Shafiroff (Trustee), Jean Shafiroff (Trustee) and John Lutri (Trustee).
What does Martin D & Jean Shafiroff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and faith communities.