The Lipman-Sherman Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lipman-Sherman Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,736 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $16,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,736
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$544,868
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $31,500 the year before.
60% 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 | $24,000 | 6 | $557,812 |
| 2024 | $31,500 | 7 | $555,812 |
| 2025 | $29,736 | 5 | $544,868 |
How to apply
| Contact | Joan Sherman 135 Greene Street 6S, New York, NY 10012 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 387-0866 |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $17,736 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy | To maintain the endeavors of the org | $16,000 |
| Fsu Research Foundation | To maintain the endeavors of the org | $6,000 |
| Temple Israel | To maintain the endeavors of the org | $6,000 |
| Gunn Memorial Library & Museum | To maintain the endeavors of the org | $1,236 |
| Roxbury Ambulance Association | To maintain the endeavors of the org | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Sherman
- Marc Sherman
Questions people ask
Does The Lipman-Sherman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Lipman-Sherman Family Foundation give?
$29,736 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Lipman-Sherman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Sherman (Trustee) and Marc Sherman (Trustee).