Shemtob Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shemtob Foundation is a private foundation in Sugar Land, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $50,000 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 5 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 9 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Shemtob 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 Shemtob Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mother's Milk Bank at Austin | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Birthright Israel | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Jewish Agency for Isreal | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| HonestReporting | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Friends of the IDF | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Elnet | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Tikvah | General fundraising | $10,000 |
| Jewish News Syndicate | General fundraising | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Barish
- Linda Jayaram
- Krish Jayaram
- Priya Geddis
Questions people ask
Does Shemtob Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shemtob Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Shemtob Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Barish (President), Linda Jayaram (Vice President), Krish Jayaram (Vice President) and Priya Geddis (Vice President).
What does Shemtob Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.