Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beachwood, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$95,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $94,500 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,500 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $95,500 | 9 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Sam and Esther Friedman Family 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 Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $90,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland | General | $50,000 |
| Cleveland Sight Center | Camp at highbrook lodge | $15,000 |
| Geauga Humane Society | General fund | $10,000 |
| Case Alumni Foundation | Sam & esther friedman scholarship fund | $7,000 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | General fund | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Food Bank | Ukranian relief | $3,000 |
| Cleveland Pops Orchestra | General fund | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross | General | $2,000 |
| Cleveland School of Arts | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Lynn Friedman
- Josh Friedman
- Sandy Green
- Adam I Friedman
- Chad Friedman
- Allyn M Friedman
Questions people ask
Does Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation give?
$95,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Lynn Friedman (Trustee), Josh Friedman (Vp/Trustee), Sandy Green (Secretary) and Adam I Friedman (Trustee, Pres. Chairman) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Sam and Esther Friedman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.