The Sylvan C Herman Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyWashington, District of Columbia · EIN 20-3265230 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $15,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
100% of grants went outside District of Columbia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | New York, NY | To fulfill charitable purpose | $1,999,624 |
| The Mental Health Association | Frederick, MD | To fulfill charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Save a Limb Foundation | Bethesda, MD | To fulfill charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Frederick Rescue Mission Inc | Frederick, MD | To fulfill charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Hope Connections | Bethesda, MD | To fulfill charitable purpose | $2,100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,021,724 | 5 |
| 2023 | $1,665,180 | 10 |
| 2022 | $2,267,090 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532839349100313
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3265230
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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