David and Elizabeth Sherman Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 84-4448042 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$204K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$2.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $50,000.
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
16% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough NY Inc | New York, NY | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Temple Shaaray Tefila | New York, NY | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Columbia Business School | New York, NY | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | New York, NY | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| New Orleans Trad Jazz Camp | New Orleans, LA | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| National Eating Disorders Association | New York, NY | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $203,500 | 6 |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $155,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349100645
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-4448042
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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