Sonance Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sonance Foundation is a private foundation in San Clemente, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $131,556 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $2,305 and the largest $30,053. 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$131,556
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$2,305
- Largest grant$30,053
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $180,710 the year before.
61% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $180,710 | 47 | $717,706 |
| 2024 | $131,556 | 36 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Sonance 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Sonance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 26 | $113,141 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,405 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,271 |
| Nevada | 1 | $3,021 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,637 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $517 |
| New York | 1 | $515 |
| Kansas | 1 | $305 |
| Arizona | 1 | $244 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club Capistrano Valley | Event sponsorship - general use proceeds to boys & girls club capistrano valley | $30,053 |
| Pier Pride Foundation | Event sponsorship - general use | $10,103 |
| Family Assistance Ministries | Event sponsorship - general use | $10,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Event sponship - general use | $10,000 |
| Elephant Cooperation | General donation | $9,086 |
| Stallion Booster Club | Support boys lacrosse at sjhhs | $5,851 |
| Pet Project Foundation | Event sponsorship - general use | $5,521 |
| Wellness & Prevention Center | Event sponsorship - general use | $5,521 |
| Mission Preservation Foundation | Event sponsorship - general use | $5,320 |
| Toys for Tots | General donation of toys | $4,271 |
| Assistance League Capistrano Valley | Event sponsorship - general use | $4,063 |
| California Youth Services | Event sponsorship - general use | $4,021 |
| For Autistic Kids Foundation | Event sponsorship - general use | $3,350 |
| Boys & Girls Club Western NV | Event sponsorship - general use | $3,021 |
| Colorectal Cancer Alliance | General donation | $2,637 |
| Boys & Girls Club South Coast | Event sponsorship - general use | $2,500 |
| Covenant School | Bright knights fund - recovery from mass shooting | $2,500 |
| Moms Orange County | Event sponsorship - general use | $2,500 |
| Rainbow Sandals Foundation | Event sponsorship - general use | $2,110 |
| SC Military Family Outreach | Event sponsorship - general use | $1,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General donation | $1,055 |
| Mako Foundation | Product donation at event fundraiser | $644 |
| Compassionate Animal Rescue for Medical Aid | Product donation for event fundraiser | $532 |
| San Clemente Educational Foundation | Product donation at event fundraiser | $521 |
| San Juan Equestrian Coalition | Product donation at event fundraiser | $521 |
| Tilly's Life Center | Product donation at event fundraiser | $521 |
| Children's Cancer Research Fund | General donation | $517 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation | General donation | $515 |
| Friends of Mandarin Immersion Program | Event sponsorship - general use | $500 |
| Brawley Union High School | Product donation for wrestling room | $458 |
| St Serra Catholic School | Product donation at event fundraiser | $450 |
| Triton Booster Club | Product donation at event fundraiser | $369 |
| Strut Cares | Event sponsorship - support boys & girls club | $319 |
| Lockett Up Foundation | Product donation at event fundraiser | $305 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Phoenix | Product donation at event fundraiser | $244 |
| Cusd Adult Transition Program | Product donation at event fundraiser | $157 |
Officers and trustees
- Ari Supran
- Erin Foote
- Patrick McGaughan
- Rob Roland
- Gigi Dryer
Questions people ask
Does Sonance Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sonance Foundation give?
$131,556 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $2,305.
Who runs Sonance Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ari Supran (Chief Executive Officer), Erin Foote (Secretary), Patrick McGaughan (Chief Financial Officer) and Rob Roland (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Sonance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.