Valera Fooksman Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlySheridan, Wyoming · EIN 81-6950535 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$39K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$2,200
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,500.
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
100% of grants went outside Wyoming.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fund of Israel | Cedarhurst, NY | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $25,000 |
| Bat Ayin Foundation | Bat Ayin, IS | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $5,500 |
| Kumah | Chicago, IL | Jewish education | $2,500 |
| Club Z | Newton, MA | Jewish education | $2,200 |
| Heart of Israel Foundation | Cederhurst, NY | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $2,000 |
| Chabad | Redwood City, CA | Religious education | $1,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | New York, NY | Humanitarian help to israeli communities | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,700 | 7 |
| 2024 | $17,020 | 6 |
| 2023 | $9,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621229349100517
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-6950535
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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