The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $425,642 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $50,588 and the largest $125,000. 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$425,642
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$50,588
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $438,848 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $457,013 | 8 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $438,848 | 8 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $425,642 | 8 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
The Harry and Estelle Soicher 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 The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $236,042 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $62,424 |
| California | 1 | $51,176 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Medical Center | Second installment of an eight year pledge to construct a new pediatric campus | $125,000 |
| M D Anderson Cancer Center | Purchase of a incucyte sx5 hd/3clr system for the pediatric team | $66,042 |
| The Children's Hospital Foundation Philadelphia | Purchase an agilent 4200 tape station system | $62,424 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | Purchase of sonosite edge ii vascular access iv equipment | $51,176 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Second installment of a five year pledge to construct a new clinical center | $50,000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | Establish an augmentative and alterntive communication library | $45,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General fund | $25,000 |
| Wildlife Images | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley B Gitlin
- Joni Gitlin
- Sheri Rosen
Questions people ask
Does The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation give?
$425,642 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $50,588.
Who runs The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stanley B Gitlin (President), Joni Gitlin (Secretary) and Sheri Rosen (Treasurer).
What does The Harry and Estelle Soicher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.