Sonsma Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Sonsma Family Foundation is a private foundation in Orange, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $193,307 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$193,307
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$483,413
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $210,990 the year before.
55% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $502,081 | 17 | $363,196 |
| 2023 | $210,990 | 16 | $606,144 |
| 2024 | $193,307 | 12 | $483,413 |
How to apply
| Contact | William Melissa Sonsma 8502 E Chapman Ave 410, Orange, CA 92869 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (714) 908-5105, william@sterkinv.com |
What Sonsma Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $180,835 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,472 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Utheran High School | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Crean Lutheran High School | Operational support | $40,500 |
| Chapman University | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Salem Lutheran Church | Operational support | $24,000 |
| Charity on Wheels | Operational support | $12,155 |
| Individual | Operational support | $12,000 |
| Lutheran High School Oc | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands Ministry | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Christ the Center Ministries | Operational support | $3,180 |
| Families See Free | Operational support | $2,472 |
| Olive Crest | Operational support | $2,000 |
| Family Building Foundation | Operational support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Sonsma
Questions people ask
Does Sonsma Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Sonsma Family Foundation give?
$193,307 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Sonsma Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Sonsma (Cfo).
What does Sonsma Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.