Sheridan Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sheridan Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $104,046 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,394 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$104,046
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,394
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$994,079
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,124 the year before.
79% of its 2024 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 | $79,124 | 5 | $948,104 |
| 2024 | $104,046 | 14 | $994,079 |
How to apply
Sheridan Foundation Inc 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 Sheridan Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $71,046 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $28,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The 1854 Foundation | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Congaree Foundation | Operating expenses | $28,000 |
| Corporation of Haverford College | Scholarships or operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Franklin & Marshall Football Association | Scholarships or operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Trustees of Dartmouth College | Scholarships or operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Franklin & Marshall College | Scholarships or operating expenses | $1,758 |
| Eagles Autism Challenge Inc | Scholarships or operating expenses | $1,750 |
| The Breathing Room Foundation Inc | Operating expenses | $1,038 |
| American Heart Association | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Cure AP-4 Inc | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Malvern Preparatory School | Scholarships or operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Leveen-Roach Scholarship Fund of Secession Golf Club | Scholarships or operating expenses | $500 |
| Colonial School District Education Foundation | Scholarships or operating expenses | $500 |
| Good Grief Inc | Operating expenses | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Sheridan
- Lisa Sheridan
Questions people ask
Does Sheridan Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheridan Foundation Inc give?
$104,046 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,394.
Who runs Sheridan Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Sheridan (Founder/President) and Lisa Sheridan (Vice-President).
What does Sheridan Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.