The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $126,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$126,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,310 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $101,330 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $85,310 | 3 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $126,000 | 7 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson 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 The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 3 | $71,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Alliance of Greater Ri | General charitable | $50,000 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Brigham Women's | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Miami Beach JCC | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Read to Succeed Ri | General charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren Salmanson Levin
- David Salmanson
- Jay Rosenstein
Questions people ask
Does The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation give?
$126,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauren Salmanson Levin (Trustee), David Salmanson (Trustee) and Jay Rosenstein (Trustee).
What does The Jerrold & Diane Salmanson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.