The Sherman Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Sherman Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$65,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $70,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $70,000 | 20 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 18 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Sherman Family Charitable Trust 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 Sherman Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 16 | $59,500 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CJF Israel Emergency Fund | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| Synagogue Emanu-El | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| The Sherman House | Unrestricted program support | $7,500 |
| SC Aquarium Advancement Department | Unrestricted program support | $5,000 |
| Trident Literary Society | Unrestricted program support | $5,000 |
| Green Wave Club Tulane | Unrestricted program support | $3,000 |
| CJF KFP | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| College of Charleston Athletic Fund | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Georgetown County Museum | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Int'l African American Museum | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Meals on Wheel East Cooper | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Tulane University | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Yaschik Arnold Jewish Studies College of Charleston | Unrestricted program support | $2,500 |
| Addlestone Hebrew Academy | Unrestricted program support | $1,500 |
| Chabad of Charleston | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Halos | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
| Jewish Historical Society of SC | Unrestricted program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard B Sherman
- Ivan M Sherman
- Mitchell L Sherman
Questions people ask
Does The Sherman Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sherman Family Charitable Trust give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Sherman Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Howard B Sherman (Trustee), Ivan M Sherman (Trustee) and Mitchell L Sherman (Trustee).
What does The Sherman Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and food and hunger.