Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Sheridan, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,700 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,200 and the largest $25,000. 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$38,700
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,200
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,020 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $17,020 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $38,700 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Valera Fooksman 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $5,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $27,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,200 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Fund of Israel | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $25,000 |
| Bat Ayin Foundation | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $5,500 |
| Kumah | Jewish education | $2,500 |
| Club Z | Jewish education | $2,200 |
| Heart of Israel Foundation | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $2,000 |
| Chabad | Religious education | $1,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Valera Fooksman
Questions people ask
Does Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust give?
$38,700 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,200.
Who runs Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Valera Fooksman (Trustee).
What does Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.