Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New Rochelle, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $162,387 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$162,387
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $137,709 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $128,950 | 36 | $3.5 million |
| 2023 | $137,709 | 33 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $162,387 | 35 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable 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 Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 22 | $136,087 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $9,500 |
| California | 3 | $6,800 |
| Illinois | 3 | $5,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $3,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uja-Federation of New York | Unrestricted use | $40,000 |
| Westchester Jewish Community Services | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Beth El Synagogue Center | Unrestricted use | $11,687 |
| Israel Policy Forum | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva Israel | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Soroka Medical Center | Unrestricted use | $3,600 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund | Unrestricted use | $3,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Unrestricted use | $3,500 |
| Hias | Unrestricted use | $3,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| Oneblock Inc | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| Salk Institute for Biological Studies | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| The New York Public Library | Unrestricted use | $2,500 |
| Westchester Jewish Council | Unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| Wnet | Unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| Jewish National Fund United States | Unrestricted use | $1,800 |
| Standwithus | Unrestricted use | $1,800 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| American Society of Hematology | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| JCC of Mid-Westchester Inc | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Let's Get Ready | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Northshore Concert Band | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Project Kesher | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Student Advocacy | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Gesher Campus Care | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Avi Gelboim
- Ricky Gelboim
Questions people ask
Does Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation give?
$162,387 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Avi Gelboim (Trustee) and Ricky Gelboim (Trustee).
What does Sylvia & Robert Scher Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.