Herbert H Schiff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert H Schiff Foundation is a private foundation in Dublin, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $505,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $155,000. 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$505,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$155,000
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $492,143 the year before.
58% 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 | $457,143 | 12 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $492,143 | 7 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $505,000 | 12 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Herbert H Schiff 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 Herbert H Schiff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $315,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $120,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Naples | Community hall/israel emergency | $155,000 |
| Hershorin Schiff Day Schools of | General charitable purposes | $135,000 |
| Hias Economic Advancement Fund | General charitable purposes | $120,000 |
| Iris | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Holocaust Museum and Education Ctr | Herbert h. Schiff classroom | $25,000 |
| Elizabeth Freeman Center | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Metropolitan Coucil on Jewish Poverty | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Branford Food Pantry | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| I Am Trenton | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Columbus Jewish Historical Society | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Playgroundnyc Inc | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Tzedek DC | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue L Norris
- Sue Gallant
- Laura L Hershorin
- Jane Schiff
- William K Burton
- Frederick L Fisher
Questions people ask
Does Herbert H Schiff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert H Schiff Foundation give?
$505,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Herbert H Schiff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue L Norris (Trustee), Sue Gallant (Trustee), Laura L Hershorin (Trustee) and Jane Schiff (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Herbert H Schiff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.