Sheldon Razin Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Sheldon Razin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$25,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $201,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $111,900 | 2 | $6.7 million |
| 2023 | $111,000 | 3 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $201,000 | 7 | $7.2 million |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 1 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Razin 1695 Viking RD, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (949) 689-8909 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in the form of a one to three page letter of inquiry. If the selection committee determines that an application fits the foundation's giving strategy, a more detailed proposal, including additional specific information may be requested. Charitable organizations applicants should include: 1. Documentation of approval of tax exempt status. 2. A description of the project, if applicable, and/or a mission statement. 3. Amount of funding requested. 4. The contact person with title, tel#, and email address. Individuals should include: 1. Name, address, tel# and email address. 2. Amount of funding requested. 3. Educational history, including a transcript of grades, sat's, honors or awards, extracurricular and/or athletic activities, leadership positions and, if applicable, working or volunteering history. 4. Three academic and three personal references including title and/or relationship, address, tel# and email address. 5. Colleges/schools applied to (or inte |
| Deadlines, restrictions | None at present |
What Sheldon Razin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prager University Foundation | To support education programs | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Razin
- Mark S Razin
- David H Razin
Questions people ask
Does Sheldon Razin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None at present.
How much does Sheldon Razin Family Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Sheldon Razin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet Razin (Director, VP), Mark S Razin (Director, Cfo & Secretary) and David H Razin (Director, VP).
What does Sheldon Razin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.