Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr
Accepts applications
Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$375,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $363,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $315,000 | 15 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $363,000 | 18 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $375,000 | 16 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David Sadoff 2929 Walnut Street Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA 19104 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (267) 295-2294 |
| What to submit | Applications should have an outline of the proposed budget and its objectives and a photocopy of the exempt status letter from the internal revenue service. |
What Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 4 | $65,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $35,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Howard University | Public support | $75,000 |
| ACLU of Southern California | Public support | $50,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Public support | $25,000 |
| Glendale Fire Foundation | Public support | $25,000 |
| Jhu Alliance for A Healthier World | Public support | $25,000 |
| Kqed Inc | Public support | $25,000 |
| African American Museum of Bucks County | Public support | $20,000 |
| Congregation Kol Emet | Public support | $20,000 |
| The Peace Center | Public support | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Public support | $15,000 |
| Snipes Farm & Education Center | Public support | $15,000 |
| The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County | Public support | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Public support | $12,500 |
| Israel Friends | Public support | $12,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League of Florida | Public support | $10,000 |
| Namastacy Foundation | Public support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Sadoff
- Debra Sadoff
- Sherry Sadoff Hanck
- Julie Sadoff
Questions people ask
Does Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr give?
$375,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists David A Sadoff (Trustee), Debra Sadoff (Trustee), Sherry Sadoff Hanck (Trustee) and Julie Sadoff (Trustee).
What does Joseph and Sally Handleman Foundation Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.