Benjamin Shein Foundation for Humanity
Invitation OnlyPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-2939286 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$133K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$66K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,600 and $7,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
20% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jdrf | New York, NY | Charitable | $90,000 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Nantucket, MA | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Headstrong Foundation | Woodlyn, PA | Charitable | $6,000 |
| The Haverford School | Haverford, PA | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Fire Company | Bryn Mawr, PA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Episcopal Academy | Newton Square, PA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Bala Cynwyd, PA | Charitable | $3,600 |
| Kevin Cain Memorial Foundation | Havertown, PA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Trustees of the University of Pewnnsylvaniaphiladelphia Antiques Show | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $132,850 | 10 |
| 2024 | $28,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $49,700 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349102754
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-2939286
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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