Mission
The Scherman Foundation supports organizations working to create a more just, equitable, democratic, and sustainable society. The Foundation prioritizes long-term general operating funds in support of nonprofit organizations and leaders in the fields of community building, environment, reproductive justice, human rights, the arts, and strengthening democracy. Across these programs, it increasingly recognizes groups led by and serving Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and efforts designed to dismantle systemic racism. It particularly values policy advocacy, organizing, and movement building, believing that an engaged population creates multiple paths to structural social change. The Foundation has a special commitment to New York City, focusing its Arts and Strengthening New York Communities programs exclusively there, while also funding nationally in its other programs.
Board Leadership Announcement
Dr. Karen R. Sollins has stepped down from her position as Chair of the Scherman Foundation’s Board of Directors. The Foundation gratefully recognizes Dr. Sollins’ 43 years of distinguished service. Succeeding Dr. Sollins as Chair is Marianna Schaffer.
The Scherman Foundation stands in solidarity with the movement for Black lives and AAPI communities against violence and terror.
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