Shendell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shendell Foundation is a private foundation in Larchmont, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $143,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$143,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $125,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $125,000 | 1 | $2.5 million |
| 2023 | $125,000 | 1 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $143,000 | 5 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Shendell 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 Shendell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $98,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| White Plains Hospital | General Charitable | $70,000 |
| Greenwich Hospital Foundation | General Charitable | $45,000 |
| VNS Health | General Charitable | $15,000 |
| Columbia Grammar & Preparatory Fund | General Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon S Oppenheimer
- Alexandra Delvito
Questions people ask
Does Shendell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shendell Foundation give?
$143,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Shendell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gordon S Oppenheimer (Trustee) and Alexandra Delvito (Trustee).
What does Shendell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.