Howard and Stephanie Sherwood Family Foundation
Historical FunderLos Angeles, California · EIN 20-3488471 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $39,093.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Stephanie or Howard Sherwood |
|---|---|
| Address | 10490 WILSHIRE BLVD 1904, LOS ANGELES CA 90024 |
| Phone | 3105085700 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORM HOWEVER MUST INCLUDE PROOF OF 501(c)(3) STATUS PLUS SOCIAL SERVICE REGISTRATION |
| Deadlines | DECEMBER 20 |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anti Demamation League | New York, NY | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific purpose | $41,297 |
| Jewish Big Brotherssisters | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific purpose | $40,500 |
| Miscellaneous Charities | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific puprose | $39,093 |
| One Voice | Santa Monica, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific puprose | $25,000 |
| Santa Monica College Fndtn | Santa Monica, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific puprose | $25,000 |
| A Place Called Home | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific purpose | $20,690 |
| Jewish Vocational Service | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable to assist donee in carrying out its specific purpose | $15,000 |
| Stephen Wise Free Synagogue | New York, NY | Charitable to assit donee in carrying out its specific purpose | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $211,580 | 8 |
| 2024 | $256,558 | 10 |
| 2023 | $237,891 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600999349100300
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3488471
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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