AI Summary
The Sherman Foundation is a 4947(a)(1) grantmaking organization that primarily engages in relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, which means nonprofits interested in applying should seek warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $574.6K across 26 grantees, reflecting its focused approach to philanthropy.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Houston, TX
$1.7M
51%
GRACEWOOD INC
Round Rock, TX
$200K
6%
RESTORE TEXAS MINISTRIES
Huntsville, TX
$175K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$18.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$21.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION?
No. THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION give?
THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $575 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION, GRACEWOOD INC, and RESTORE TEXAS MINISTRIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION?
THE SHERMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.