Sumers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sumers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pacific Palisades, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$113,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.7 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $113,500 | 6 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Sumers 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 Sumers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $113,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delirium Musicum | General Operating Support | $40,000 |
| The Broad Stage | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| YLC Ballet Westside Ballet of Santa Monica | Teachers Training/Dance to Dreams Boys Program | $30,000 |
| SOL-LA Music Academy Inc | Lysy Fellowship Fund | $10,000 |
| The Music Center | Spotlight Program | $2,500 |
| Philharmonic Society of Orange County | Strike Up the Band Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary M Sumers
- Sidney N Herman
- George Gaines
Questions people ask
Does Sumers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sumers Family Foundation give?
$113,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Sumers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary M Sumers (Director; President), Sidney N Herman (Director; Secretary & Treasurer) and George Gaines (Director).
What does Sumers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.