Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation
The Sherman N and Rita F Siegel Foundation is a private foundation based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In 2024, it gave $270,500 through 12 grants, primarily to organizations in Florida. Its 2025 filing, the latest on this page, reports 7 grants totaling $342,500.
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation at a glance
In short: Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation gave $343K across 7 grants in 2025 (avg $49K), top state Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $342,500
- +26.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 7
- -41.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $48,929
- +117.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $35,000
- Total assets
- $6,122,338
- -4.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (47% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated November 2026.
How to apply to Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2979 Pga Blvd 201, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: (561) 656-0200
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Norte Dame ($151K). Together the top 7 received $343K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 28 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 96% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida. California, Colorado, and North Carolina each accounted for 2%, 1%, and 1%, respectively.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+3%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 99% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2023) to $343K (2025). In 2025 it made 7 grants totaling $343K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Norte Dame Norte Dame, IN | Education | $151,000 |
| The Society of Four Arts Palm Beach, FL | To inspire and engage people through the presentation of outstanding artistic programs. | $75,000 |
| The Benjamin School North Palm Beach, FL | Education | $50,000 |
| Mounts Botanical Gardens West Palm Beach, FL | To Inspire and Education Through Nature. | $35,000 |
| National Wildlife Refuge Washington, DC | Is to conserve America's wildlife heritage for future generations through strategic programs that protect, promote, and enhance the national wildlife refuge system and the landscapes beyond its boundaries | $25,000 |
| Liberty Ukraine Foundation Austin, TX | Provides humanitarian aid, medical supplies, and protective equipment to ukraine. | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Chapter National Society Daughters and the American Revolution Washington, DC | Organization Focusing on Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism | $1,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,122,338 | $188,800 | $461,882 | $342,500 | 7 | $359,921 | $184,850 | $364,485 |
| 2024 | $6,395,420 | $320,200 | $411,738 | $270,500 | 12 | $289,806 | $284,893 | $344,007 |
| 2023 | $6,486,958 | $136,918 | $214,808 | $4,500 | 2 | $4,500 | $87,653 | $320,211 |
| 2022 | $6,564,848 | $5,925,347 | $374,097 | $332,500 | 7 | $332,500 | $310,495 | $224,722 |
| 2021 | $1,013,598 | $16,751 | $10,390 | — | — | — | $19,707 | $50,528 |
| 2020 | $1,007,237 | $1,007,237 | — | — | — | — | $39 | $843 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation reported a distributable amount of $364K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation says its mission is to secure resources to sustain clinical excellence and quality of care at Jupiter Medical Center and its affiliates. Friends of Manatee Lagoon says it is dedicated to expanding environmental education opportunities in Palm Beach County and beyond. PII Foundation says it funds humanitarian initiatives delivering virtual care to vulnerable people.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $270,500. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $165,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest awards were $165,000 to Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, $25,000 to Mounts Botanical Gardens, and $25,000 to Friends of Manatee Lagoon. Other grants included $11,000 to Cancer Alliance of Health & Hope and $10,000 each to Hanley Foundation, Rosarian Academy, and Flagler Museum. Its 2025 filing, the latest on this page, reports 7 grants totaling $342,500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Randell C Doane as president, Rebecca G Doane as vice president, and H Bryan Doane as secretary.
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation is led by Randell C. Doane, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Randell C. Doane
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
H. Bryan Doane
Secretary
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca G. Doane
Vice President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation
How much does Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation give each year?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation gave $343K across 7 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $271K across 12 grants.
What is Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's typical grant size?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $35,000, and its average grant was $48,929, across 7 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation give grants?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's top state is Florida, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Indiana (44%) and District of Columbia (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's largest grantees?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include University of Norte Dame ($151,000), The Society of Four Arts ($75,000) and The Benjamin School ($50,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 81% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation reported $6.1M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $360K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $364K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation says its mission is to secure resources to sustain clinical excellence and quality of care at Jupiter Medical Center and its affiliates. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's EIN?
Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-3392306. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Sherman M and Rita F Siegel Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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