Sarnat Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sarnat Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.6 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $228,200 and the largest $8.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10.6 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$228,200
- Largest grant$8.3 million
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $717,000 the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 5 | $11.2 million |
| 2023 | $717,000 | 5 | $14.9 million |
| 2024 | $10.6 million | 5 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Sarnat Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Sarnat Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8.3 million |
| California | 2 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $228,200 |
| Idaho | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Protect Democracy Project | To prevent democratic decline into authoritarianism. | $8.3 million |
| Jewish Community Federation | To support Jewish education & continuity | $1.9 million |
| New Israel Fund | Supports Israeli social change | $228,200 |
| Open Medicine Foundation | To support collaborative research to treat chronic complex diseases. | $100,000 |
| Style Her Empowered Inc | Supports education and employment for girls in Africa | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerhard Sarnat
- Lela Sarnat
Questions people ask
Does Sarnat Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sarnat Family Foundation give?
$10.6 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $228,200.
Who runs Sarnat Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gerhard Sarnat (Ceo/President;director) and Lela Sarnat (Secretary/Treasurer;director).
What does Sarnat Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.