Private foundation · EIN 58-2684069 · Boca Raton, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Barton and Shirley Weisman Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 60 grants paid, $1.1M total, median $2,000. 30% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
60
$1.1M
Median grant
$2,000
Stays in FL
30%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$3.1M

Grants paid in 2024

60 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Jewish Federation of S Palm BeachWest Palm Beach, FLGeneral$300K
Ruth Rales Jewish Family ServicesBoca Raton, FLGeneral$272K
New Jersey Pediatric Patients Charitable Trust Fund - NjppctfVoorhees, NJTo provide funding for the acquisition of recreational and educational equipment and supplies for special needs children$80K
Boca Raton Regional Hospital FdnBoca Raton, FLGeneral$79K
Jewish Adoption and Family Care OptionsSunrise, FLServices to abused & neglected child$63K
Daniel D Cantor Senior CenterSunrise, FLTo provide services for the elderly$50K
American Friends of Magen David AdomNew York, NYDispatch service support$36K
Not My DaughterParkland, FLGeneral$25K
The Curetivity FoundationDarien, CTTo create hope and cure kids by raising funds and awareness in the fight against pediatric cancer$20K
Temple Beth ElBoca Raton, FLGeneral$16K
Hillel of Broward and Palm BeachBoca Raton, FLTo enrich students in a welcoming and pluralistic enviorment by engaging them in meaningful experiences that foster connections to judaism…$12K
Broward Performing Arts FoundationFort Lauderdale, FLTo sustain, develop, and secure the future of the performing arts$10K
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyNew York, NYTo prevent multiple sclerosis, and to improve the lives of all people affected$10K
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis AssociationArlington, VATo discover treatments and a cure for als, and to serve, advocate for and empower people affected by als to live their lives to the fullest$7,000
Coast Guard FoundationStonington, CTTo ensure all coast guard members and families have the resources they need to build resilience throughout their lives$6,000
Florida Atlantic University Foundation IncBoca Raton, FLEducational$5,000
National Glaucoma ResearchClarksburg, MDSupporting research projects$5,000
Parkinson Research FoundationSarasota, FLTo help find a cure for parkinson's disease through funding research while providing ongoing education and free services that enhance the q…$5,000
Unicef USANew York, NYTo pursure a more equitable world for every child$5,000
Alois Alzheimer FoundationCincinnati, OHTo encourage responsible research, provide leading education and increase the awareness of alzheimer's disease and related dementia$5,000
Jewish Community Centers AssociationSt Louis, MOTo serve a wide range of people in various programs, including: health, fitness, child care, adult, senior adult, sports, and jewish cultur…$5,000
Congregation B'nai IsraelBoca Raton, FLGeneral$3,900
Macular Degeneration AssociationSarasota, FLTo provide the latest research, educating and empowering age-related macular degeneration$3,000
Paralyzed Veterans of AmericaWashington, DCEducational$3,000
Anti Defamation League FoundationNew York, NYTo stop the defamation of the jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all$3,000
Citizens Behind the BadgeMc Lean, VATo ensure that our law enforcement professionals receive the support and resources needed to keep america safe$3,000
American Heart AssociationDallas, TXGeneral$2,500
Israel Cancer Association USAPalm Beach, FLTo suppor critical cancer research conducted by distinguished israeli scientists at leading hospitals and universities throughout israel$2,500
US Deputy Sheriff's AssociationWichita, KSTo assist and support law enforcement, their families, and their communities$2,100
American Kidney Fund IncRockville, MDTo help people fight kidney disease and live healthier lives$2,000
Birthright Israel FoundationNew York, NYTo fund an education trip for young jewish adults$2,000
Disabled Veterans National FoundationLanham, MDTo provide critically needed support to disabled and at-risk veterans$2,000
The Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PATo provide families with the most advanced care available$2,000
Muscular Dystrophy AssociationChicago, ILTo empower those living with muscular dystrophy to live longer, more independent lives$2,000
American Lung AssociationChicago, ILTo save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease$1,500
Friends of the SmithsonianWashington, DCTo support the increase and diffusion of knowledge$1,500
Play for PinkNew York, NYBreast cancer research$1,500
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation IncNew York, NYTo find a cure for crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these disea…$1,500
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterNew York, NYTo support the center's exceptional patient care, innovative research, and outstanding educational programs$1,250
American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of ScienceNew York, NYTo support the weizmann institute's crucial mission$1,000
Autism SpeaksPrinceton, NJTo support autism awareness and accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow$1,000
March of Dimes IncArlington, VATo fight for the health of all moms and babies$1,000
Mothers Against Drunk DrivingIrving, TXTo end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes and prevent underage drinking$1,000
ORT AmericaNew York, NYImprove student education$1,000
Planned ParenthoodWashington, DCTo provide vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide$1,000
South Fl PBSBoynton Beach, FLTo enrich, strengthen, and empower our diverse communities through trusted broadcast and digital content, experiential learning, and commun…$1,000
Villanova UniversityVillanova, PAGeneral$1,000
Wounded Warrior Project IncJacksonville, FLTo honor and empower wounded warriors$1,000
National Foundation for Cancer ResearchRockville, MDTo support cancer research and public education relating to prevention, early diagnosis, better treatments and, ultimately, a cure for canc…$1,000
AARP FoundationWashington, DCServes vulnerable people 50 and older$500
Humane Society of the USWashington, DCTo end suffering for all animals$500
Kids Wish NetworkPalm Harbour, FLTo fulfill kids wishes$500
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund IncWashington, DCTo inspire all citizens to value law enforcement$500
Volunteer Firefighter Alliance IncWhite Pine, TNTo assist volunteer fire departments across the nation$500
ASPCANew York, NYTo support the prevention of animal cruelty$200
United States Olympic and Paralympic FoundationColorado Springs, COTo generate philanthropic support for the benefit of the usopc and its athletes$200
Adopt a PlatoonSan Benito, TXTo serving deployed united states service members ensuring that they are not forgotten by a grateful nation$160
Impactisrael IncNeedam, MATo support the yemin orde youth village, which is the preeminent residential education program for at-risk youth in israel$100
Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenTampa, FLTo provide the highest quality care to children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special health care needs wit…$100
American Red CrossWashington, DCPrevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors$100

By state: Florida 18 · New Jersey 2 · New York 11 · Connecticut 2 · Virginia 3 · Maryland 4

About this foundation

Barton and Shirley Weisman Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Boca Raton, Florida, administered in care of Shirley D Weisman, tax-exempt since 2004. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Barton and Shirley Weisman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Barton and Shirley Weisman Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $1.1M across 60 grants, a median of $2,000.

Where does Barton and Shirley Weisman Foundation Inc give?

Florida (18 grants), New Jersey (2 grants), New York (11 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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