The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 02-0534424
Foundation Overview
Based in Waltham, MA, The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation has awarded 152 grants totaling $2,625,059 to organizations in Florida, Massachusetts and 9 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, with a median award of $10,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$2,625,059
Total Assets
$8,145,685
Median Grant (all grants)
$10,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
18
Median Grant
$17,500
% Median Grant Growth
+75%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
Growth-Minded: 67%
12 of 18 recipients (67%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
Florida
Grants are geographically diversified with 36% in Florida and funding distributed across 11 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Florida, funding concentrates in Miami Beach (39%), Miami (26%), Boca Raton (17%).
Funding Trajectory
-8%
Stable funding levels with 8% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Community Projects + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (34%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Style Saves Inc | $20,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Support The Organizations Mission To Provide Essential Goods And Resources To Underserved Students And Their Families To Increase Academic Achievement And Fostering Self Confidenceto Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2024 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $25,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide A Dynamic General And Judaic Curriculum Nurturing Each Childs Potential, Social Confidence And Spirituality Through Engaging Experiential Opportunities | 2024 |
| Bold Beauty Project | $15,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Create Change For Women By Utilizing Art At The Intersection Of Beauty And Disability | 2024 |
| Falmouth Service Center | $15,000 | Falmouth, MA, US | To Support The Centers Mission To Ease Stress, Reduce Hunger And Improve The Quality Of Life For Neighbors In Need | 2024 |
| Haymakers For Hope | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Help Cancer Research, Care, Awareness And Survivorship | 2024 |
| The Sobe Room Inc | $20,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide A Permanent Home For Recovering Alcoholics And Other 12 Step Recovery Programsto Provide A Permanent Home For Alcoholics Anonymous And Other Recovery Programs In Florida | 2024 |
| American Israel Democracy Coalition | $25,000 | Bryn Mawr, PA, US | To Help Jews In Israel With Food, Health Care, Education And Housing | 2024 |
| Jewish Learning Center | $35,000 | Hollywood, FL, US | To Assist The Learning Center Goal To Broaden The Understanding Of Judaism | 2024 |
| Plum Island Founcation | $15,000 | Newburyport, MA, US | To Support The Organizations Dedication To Fostering And Protecting A Sustainable Plum Island | 2024 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | $20,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | To Support The Mission To Improve And Enrich The Lives Of People Including Support Of Fire Recovery | 2024 |
| Sponsors For Education Opportunities | $10,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Help Young People From Underserved Communities Gain Access To Higher Education And Career Opportunities | 2024 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2024 |
| Make A Wish Southern Florida Foundation | $43,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Create Life Changing Wishes For Children With Critical Illnesses | 2024 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital | $11,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Hospital's Mission Of Providing High Quality And Compassionate Medical Care | 2024 |
| Ransom Everglades School | $50,000 | Coconut Grove, FL, US | To Create Awareness To Help The Underserved, Protect The Endangered And Stand Up For Justice. | 2024 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2024 |
| The Aneurysm And Avm Foundation | $15,000 | Mill Valley, CA, US | To Support The Organizations Dedication Bettering The Lives, Support Network And Medical Care Of Those Affected By Aneurysm And Other Vascular Malfunctions | 2024 |
| Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center | $20,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Support The Cinema's World Class Programs And To Keep Their Vision Strong Of Preserving The Filmgoing Experience | 2024 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Foundation | $45,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Support A Lifeline Of Vital Programs And Services That Help People In Need In Miami | 2023 |
| Make A Wish Southern Florida Foundation | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Create Life Changing Wishes For Children With Critical Illnesses | 2023 |
| Jorge M Perez Art Museum | $5,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Dedicate International Art Of The 20th &21st Centuries To Fill A Void Where No Art Museums Existed | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of Ogden Valley | $10,000 | Eden, UT, US | To Support Local Nonprofit Organizations That Enrich The Lives Of The Residents Bringing Them Together | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Israel | $10,000 | Bala Cynwyd, PA, US | To Help Jews In Israel Through Education, Jewish Awareness, Pride And Observance In An Educational Setting | 2023 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $30,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2023 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2023 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,715 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2023 |
| Ransom Everglades School | $50,000 | Coconut Grove, FL, US | To Create Awareness To Help The Underserved, Protect The Endangered And Stand Up For Justice. | 2023 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2023 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Foundation | $45,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Support A Lifeline Of Vital Programs And Services That Help People In Need In Miami | 2023 |
| Make A Wish Southern Florida Foundation | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Create Life Changing Wishes For Children With Critical Illnesses | 2023 |
| Jorge M Perez Art Museum | $5,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Dedicate International Art Of The 20th &21st Centuries To Fill A Void Where No Art Museums Existed | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of Ogden Valley | $10,000 | Eden, UT, US | To Support Local Nonprofit Organizations That Enrich The Lives Of The Residents Bringing Them Together | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Israel | $10,000 | Bala Cynwyd, PA, US | To Help Jews In Israel Through Education, Jewish Awareness, Pride And Observance In An Educational Setting | 2023 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $30,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2023 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2023 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,715 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2023 |
| Ransom Everglades School | $50,000 | Coconut Grove, FL, US | To Create Awareness To Help The Underserved, Protect The Endangered And Stand Up For Justice. | 2023 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2023 |
| The Aneurysm And Avm Foundation | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Taaf Is Dedicated To Bettering The Lives, Support Networks, And Medical Care Of Those Affected By Aneurysm & Other Vascular Malformations Of The Brain | 2022 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2022 |
| Jewish Culture High School Inc | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Nurture Young Adults In A Modern Orthodox And Co Working Environment To Be Teachers Committed To Growth, Inquiry, Discovery And Action While Expressing Pride In Their Jewish Identity.to Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2022 |
| Caron Foundation- Neil Lasher Music Fund | $5,000 | Wernersville, PA, US | To Support The Advancement Of Onsite Music Studios Where People In Recovery Can Create, Perform And Enjoy Music During Recovery | 2022 |
| Jewish Learning Center Ohc | $15,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Promote And Strengthen Jewish Awareness,pride And Observance In An Educational Setting Promoting Literacy And Knowledge | 2022 |
| Miami City Ballet | $5,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Prsent The Highest Level Of Dance Performances Throughout Florida And Train Young Dancers Into Leaders Of Dance Educatiom | 2022 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $25,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2022 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2022 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,715 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2022 |
| Ransom Everglades School | $25,000 | Coconut Grove, FL, US | To Create Awareness To Help The Underserved, Protect The Endangered And Stand Up For Justice. | 2022 |
| Plum Island Foundation | $5,000 | Newuryport, MA, US | To Support Fostering And Protecting A Sustainable Plum Island For Everyone To Enjoy. | 2022 |
| The Sobe Room | $20,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support People Recovering From Alcohol, And Narcotics And Eating Disorders With Daily Meetings | 2022 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2022 |
| The Aneurysm And Avm Foundation | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Taaf Is Dedicated To Bettering The Lives, Support Networks, And Medical Care Of Those Affected By Aneurysm & Other Vascular Malformations Of The Brain | 2022 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2022 |
| Jewish Culture High School Inc | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Nurture Young Adults In A Modern Orthodox And Co Working Environment To Be Teachers Committed To Growth, Inquiry, Discovery And Action While Expressing Pride In Their Jewish Identity.to Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2022 |
| Caron Foundation- Neil Lasher Music Fund | $5,000 | Wernersville, PA, US | To Support The Advancement Of Onsite Music Studios Where People In Recovery Can Create, Perform And Enjoy Music During Recovery | 2022 |
| Jewish Learning Center Ohc | $15,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Promote And Strengthen Jewish Awareness,pride And Observance In An Educational Setting Promoting Literacy And Knowledge | 2022 |
| Miami City Ballet | $5,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Prsent The Highest Level Of Dance Performances Throughout Florida And Train Young Dancers Into Leaders Of Dance Educatiom | 2022 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $25,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2022 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2022 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,715 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2022 |
| Ransom Everglades School | $25,000 | Coconut Grove, FL, US | To Create Awareness To Help The Underserved, Protect The Endangered And Stand Up For Justice. | 2022 |
| Plum Island Foundation | $5,000 | Newuryport, MA, US | To Support Fostering And Protecting A Sustainable Plum Island For Everyone To Enjoy. | 2022 |
| The Sobe Room | $20,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support People Recovering From Alcohol, And Narcotics And Eating Disorders With Daily Meetings | 2022 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2022 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2021 |
| Childrens Tumor Foundation | $10,000 | Brookline, MA, US | To Support Its Mission To Drive Research, Expand Knowledge, And To Advance Care For The Neurofibromatosis Community | 2021 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift | $50,000 | Cambridge, MA, US | To Provide Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People | 2021 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $25,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2021 |
| Long Island Alzheimers & Dementia Center | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Respite, Support And Stimulation Through Music | 2021 |
| Caron Foundation- Neil Lasher Music Fund | $5,000 | Wernersville, PA, US | To Support The Advancement Of Onsite Music Studios Where People In Recovery Can Create, Perform And Enjoy Music During Recovery | 2021 |
| Caron Foundation | $10,000 | Wernersville, PA, US | To Help Women In Treatment For Addiction Restore Health, Hope, Spirituality And Relationshipsto Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2021 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,714 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2021 |
| Phoenix Life Project | $10,000 | Miami Gardens, FL, US | To Create Awareness And Provide Resources To Those In Need Of Mental And Emotional Recovery From Ptsd | 2021 |
| St Francis House- Womens Days Of Renewal | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Vulnerable Women By Providing Backpacks And Personal Items Who Are Improving Their Lives Through The Womens Center | 2021 |
| The Sobe Room | $15,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support People Recovering From Alcohol, And Narcotics And Eating Disorders With Daily Meetings | 2021 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2021 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift | $50,000 | Cambridge, MA, US | To Provide Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People | 2020 |
| Esplanade Association | $1,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support The Vision Of Providing A Thriving, Safe Accessible Park For People To Come Together | 2020 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2020 |
| Harmony Foundation | $15,000 | Estes Park, CO, US | To Provide Comprehensive Care For Individuals And Families Recovering From Drug And Alcohol Addiction | 2020 |
| Mass Eye And Ear-dr Jung Research | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Improve The Quality Of Lives Of Others Through Medical Researchto Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2020 |
| St Francis House- Womens Days Of Renewal | $5,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Vulnerable Women By Providing Backpacks And Personal Items Who Are Improving Their Lives Through The Womens Center | 2020 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $5,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2020 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | $2,561 | Needham, MA, US | To Provide Support For The Dana Farber Cancer Center To Treat Adult And Pediatric Cancer | 2020 |
| Lyric Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Citizens In Chicage Resources To Overcome Obstacles And Succeed In Life | 2020 |
| Mass Eye And Ear Fewkes Fund Of Dermatology Research | $20,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Help Improve The Health And Lives Of People Through Medical Research | 2020 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,714 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2020 |
| Plum Island Arts Association | $5,000 | Newburyport, MA, US | To Support Efforts To Educate, Empower, And Promote Young Artists Suffering From Social And Behavioral Disorders And Opiate Addiction | 2020 |
| Techo | $8,010 | New York, NY, US | To Support The Organizations Fight Against Poverty In Latin America | 2020 |
| The Sobe Room | $10,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support People Recovering From Alcohol, And Narcotics And Eating Disorders With Daily Meetings | 2020 |
| Wgbh Education Foundation | $25,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Masterpiece Trust To Support The Best In British Drama | 2020 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2020 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Support The White Plains Hospital And Our Heart's Well Missions Of Providing High Quality Medical Carea Donation E | 2019 |
| The Sobe Room | $10,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support People Recovering From Alcohol, And Narcotics And Eating Disorders With Daily Meetings | 2019 |
| After School All Stars South Florida | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Provide After School Programs In Dade County That Keeps Children Safe And Succeed In School | 2019 |
| American Friends Of Jamaica | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | To Foster Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People Living In Jamaica | 2019 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2019 |
| Lyric Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Implement Programs That Provide Citizens In Chicage Resources To Overcome Obstacles And Succeed In Life | 2019 |
| Harmony Foundation | $5,000 | Estes Park, CO, US | To Provide Comprehensive Care For Individuals And Families Recovering From Drug And Alcohol Addiction | 2019 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | $5,018 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Provide Adynamic General And Judaic Curriculum With A Jewish Environment For Students Through The 5th Grade | 2019 |
| Healing Hearts With Horses | $10,000 | West Newbury, MA, US | To Support Therapeutic Programming Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humansto Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2019 |
| Long Island Alzheimers Foundation | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Support Programs To Make A Positve Difference In Lives Of Those Suffering From Alzheimers | 2019 |
| Miami City Ballet | $5,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support The Ballets Mission Of Producing The Highest Level Of Dance Performance Throughout The Country | 2019 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,713 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2019 |
| Safe Harbor Coalitionsocial Service League Cohasset | $10,000 | Cohasset, MA, US | To Support The Coalitions Mission Of Fostering Strong Community That Encourages Healthy Choices | 2019 |
| Wgbh Education Foundation | $25,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Masterpiece Trust To Support The Best In British Drama | 2019 |
| Helping Hands Monkey Helpers | $5,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Your Mission Of Raising And Training Capuchin Monkeys To Provide Assistance To People With Spinal Cord Injuries | 2019 |
| Plum Island Arts Association | $5,000 | Newburyport, MA, US | To Support Efforts To Educate, Empower, And Promote Young Artists Suffering From Social And Behavioral Disorders And Opiate Addiction | 2019 |
| Long Island Alzheimers Foundation | $10,000 | Westbury, NY, US | To Support Programs To Make A Positve Difference In Lives Of Those Suffering From Alzheimers | 2018 |
| After School All Stars South Florida | $20,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Provide After School Programs In Dade County That Keeps Children Safe And Succeed In School | 2018 |
| American Friends Of Jamaica | $10,500 | New York, NY, US | To Foster Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People Living In Jamaica | 2018 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2018 |
| Harmony Foundation | $2,500 | Estes Park, CO, US | To Provide Comprehensive Care For Individuals And Families Recovering From Drug And Alcohol Addiction | 2018 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift | $50,000 | Covington, KY, US | To Enhance Education In The Community | 2018 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation | $25,000 | Center City, MN, US | To Establish A Scholarship Fund At The Graduate School To Honor Dr. Andrew Jeon | 2018 |
| Healing Hearts With Horses | $10,000 | West Newbury, MA, US | To Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2018 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,713 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2018 |
| Miami City Ballet | $5,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | To Support The Ballets Mission Of Producing The Highest Level Of Dance Performance Throughout The Country | 2018 |
| Safe Harbor Coalitionsocial Service League Cohasset | $10,000 | Cohasset, MA, US | To Support The Coalitions Mission Of Fostering Strong Community That Encourages Healthy Choices | 2018 |
| Wgbh Education Foundation | $25,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Masterpiece Trust To Support The Best In British Drama | 2018 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2017 |
| Childrens Tumor Foundation | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Comprehensive And Compassionate Care For Children With Life Threatening Diseasesto Provide Comprehensive And Compassinate Care For Individuals And Families Dealing With Life Threatening Diseases | 2017 |
| After School All Stars South Florida | $10,000 | Miami, FL, US | To Provide After School Programs In Dade County That Keeps Children Safe And Succeed In School | 2017 |
| American Friends Of Jamaica | $12,000 | New York, NY, US | To Foster Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People Living In Jamaica | 2017 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift | $50,000 | Covington, KY, US | To Enhance Education In The Community | 2017 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation | $25,000 | Center City, MN, US | To Establish A Scholarship Fund At The Graduate School To Honor Dr. Andrew Jeon | 2017 |
| Healing Hearts With Horses | $10,000 | West Newbury, MA, US | To Support The Therapeutic Programing Through The Bonds Between Animals And Humans | 2017 |
| Operation Smile | $10,000 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | To Provide Medical Care To Children With Illnesses | 2017 |
| Taste Of The Nfl | $1,420 | Edina, MN, US | To Provide Children In Need With Sports And Educationa Donation E | 2017 |
| Rescuing Left Over Cuisine | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Nutritious Unused Food To Those In Need | 2017 |
| Museum Of Science | $36,713 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2017 |
| New England Conservatory Prepatory School | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support The Annual Concert Of The Youth Orchestra In Memory Of Melba R Sandberg | 2017 |
| Wgbh Education Foundation | $25,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Masterpiece Trust To Support The Best In British Drama | 2017 |
| Wnet13 | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | To Support American Masters 30th Season Bringing Biographies To Public Television | 2017 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift | $50,000 | Covington, KY, US | To Enhance Education In The Community | 2016 |
| Care Dimensions | $10,000 | Danvers, MA, US | To Provide Comprehensive And Compassionate Care For Families With Life Threatening Diseasesto Provide Comprehensive And Compassinate Care For Individuals And Families Dealing With Life Threatening Diseases | 2016 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | To Support The Regional Hospitals Museum Mission Of Providing High Quality, Compassionate Medical Care | 2016 |
| City Lore | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | To Support The Ted Williams Project | 2016 |
| Coral Gables Community Foundation | $5,000 | Coral Gables, FL, US | To Foster Programs That Enhance The Quality Of Life For People Living In Coral Gables | 2016 |
| Kurt Warner First Things First Foundation | $6,015 | New York, NY, US | To Support The Commitment To Impacting Lives Of People And Providing Opportunities To Everyone | 2016 |
| Long Island Alzheimers Foundation | $10,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | To Improve The Quality Of Life For Those Living With Alzheimers Disease And Their Caregivers | 2016 |
| Loving Spoonfuls Inc | $5,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support The Environmental And Economic Impact That Food Waste Has On The Community | 2016 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | $2,000 | Ft Lauderdale, FL, US | To Provide Medical Care To Children With Illnesses | 2016 |
| Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Patient Education Resources And Community Education Efforts On The Prevention Of Skin Cancer | 2016 |
| Maria Fareri Childrens Hospital Foundation | $10,000 | Valhalla, NY, US | To Support Anne Gentiles Tree Program To Support Sick Childrena Donation Earmarked For Anne Gentiles Treasure Tree Program To Support Sick Childrencharitable Donationdonation For Anne Gentiles Treasure Tree Program To Support Sick Childrencharitable Donation | 2016 |
| Mission Brain Foundation | $10,000 | Mill Valley, CA, US | To Support Surgical Expertise, Supplies And Education Resources To Underserved Areas | 2016 |
| Museum Of Science | $100,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Human Hall Of Life In Transforming The Nations Relationship With Science And Technologycharitable Donation | 2016 |
| Wnet13 | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | To Support American Masters 30th Season Bringing Biographies To Public Television | 2016 |
| Oceana | $25,000 | Ft Lauderdale, FL, US | To Support Cleaning Up The Ocean To Provide Healthy Food For Everyone | 2016 |
| Rush Philarmonic Arts Foundation | $4,500 | New York, NY, US | To Support Rush Foundations Committment To Providing Inner City Youths Exposure To The Arts | 2016 |
| Social Service League Of Cohasset | $10,000 | Cohasset, MA, US | To Support The Leagues Commitment To Helping Those In Need Through Support Programs | 2016 |
| Wgbh Education Foundation | $100,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Masterpiece Trust To Support The Best In British Drama | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 02-0534424 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 6 WHITTIER PL APT 14N Boston, MA 02114-1422 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Trustee | Wendy Appel |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Michael Appel |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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This comprehensive foundation profile for The Michael & Helen Schaffer Foundation is powered by Grant Bay's advanced foundation research platform. Our system analyzes IRS Form 990-PF filings, grant histories, and philanthropic patterns to provide nonprofit organizations with actionable intelligence for grant seeking success.
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Data Currency: Last updated
February 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.