Herbert Shainberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert Shainberg Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $655,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $595,000 | 17 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $655,000 | 14 | $12.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 12 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
Herbert Shainberg 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 Herbert Shainberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 10 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Jewish Community Center | Charitable | $300,000 |
| Bornblum Jewish Community School | Charitable | $198,000 |
| Beth Sholom | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Temple Israel | Charitable | $135,000 |
| The Jewish Foundation of Memphis | Charitable | $108,333 |
| Church Health Center of Memphis | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab | Charitable | $100,000 |
| B'nai B'rith Youth Organization Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| City Leadership | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Facing History for Antisemitism | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Mha | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Verner Center for Early Learning | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Argent Trust Company of Tennessee
Questions people ask
Does Herbert Shainberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert Shainberg Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Herbert Shainberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Argent Trust Company of Tennessee (Trustee).
What does Herbert Shainberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.