Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund
Preselected recipients only
Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund is a private foundation in Sag Harbor, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $93,862 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $18,129. 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$93,862
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$18,129
- Assets$826,569
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was up from $87,688 the year before.
74% 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 | $69,185 | 44 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $87,688 | 32 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $93,862 | 19 | $826,569 |
How to apply
Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund 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 Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $27,372 |
| California | 2 | $23,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $18,100 |
| New York | 8 | $18,035 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,255 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Near North Montessori | Unrestricted | $18,129 |
| Hopewell Fund | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Southampton Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $9,885 |
| Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital | Unrestricted | $7,255 |
| Coalition for Humane Immigrant RTS | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lawndale Christian Legal Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | Unrestricted | $2,860 |
| Nourishing Hope | Unrestricted | $2,625 |
| Magen David Adom | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Mishkan Chicago | Unrestricted | $1,258 |
| Temple Adas Israel | Unrestricted | $1,125 |
| Broadway Cares | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Joyce Theater Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Carter Burden Network | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Family Service Center of Wilmette | Unrestricted | $360 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | Unrestricted | $165 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Unrestricted | $100 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Tal Litvin
- Ariel Litvin
- Chloe Sherman
Questions people ask
Does Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund give?
$93,862 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Tal Litvin (Pres/Treas/D), Ariel Litvin (Vp/Dir) and Chloe Sherman (Vp/Secr/Dir).
What does Saul & Devorah Sherman Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and animals.