Helen and Harry Saul Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen and Harry Saul Foundation is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $293,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $82,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$293,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$82,500
- Assets$250,832
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $260,500 the year before.
12% of its 2025 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 | $2.3 million | 39 | $130,370 |
| 2024 | $260,500 | 28 | $158,631 |
| 2025 | $293,000 | 26 | $250,832 |
How to apply
Helen and Harry Saul 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 Helen and Harry Saul Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 18 | $122,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $85,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Chat | General operations | $82,500 |
| United Way Tocqueville Society | General operations | $50,000 |
| Ort America - Atlanta | General operations | $30,000 |
| The United Way of N Ga | General operations | $15,000 |
| Emory University | General operations | $10,000 |
| Floor Covering Industry Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| National Jewish Health | General operations | $10,000 |
| NW Ga Family Crisis Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | General operations | $10,000 |
| Shepherd Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Dalton | General operations | $5,000 |
| Boys Scouts of America of NW Ga | General operations | $5,000 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta | General operations | $5,000 |
| Creative Arts Guild | General operations | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | General operations | $5,000 |
| Gsga Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hillels of Georgia | General operations | $5,000 |
| Ramah Darom | General operations | $5,000 |
| Whitfield Healthcare Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters of NW Ga Mtn | General operations | $2,500 |
| Siskin Children's Institute | General operations | $2,500 |
| On Jonas Memorial Foundation | General operations | $1,500 |
| Family Support Council | General operations | $1,000 |
| Friendship House | General operations | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Nwga | General operations | $1,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julian D Saul
- Lisa Schejola Akin
- Matthew J Saul
Questions people ask
Does Helen and Harry Saul Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen and Harry Saul Foundation give?
$293,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Helen and Harry Saul Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julian D Saul (Trustee), Lisa Schejola Akin (Trustee) and Matthew J Saul (Trustee).
What does Helen and Harry Saul Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and health.