The Sassoon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sassoon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $598,819 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $177,500. 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$598,819
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$177,500
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was down from $733,171 the year before.
51% 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 | $733,171 | 39 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $598,819 | 42 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Sassoon 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 The Sassoon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $3,600 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $287,686 |
| California | 21 | $192,933 |
| Florida | 4 | $51,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $18,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $5,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of United Hatzalah | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $177,500 |
| Central Fund of Israel | To further the charitable efforts of the orginazation. | $80,000 |
| West Coast Torah Center | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $64,623 |
| Milken Institute | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $47,952 |
| Jewish News Service Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the orginazation. | $40,000 |
| Jewish Culture High School Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $28,500 |
| Stephen Wise Temple | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $20,949 |
| Friends of Duvdevan | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $18,000 |
| Traveling Press Fund Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $12,500 |
| Sasson and Simcha Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $10,000 |
| Maimonides Academy | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $9,000 |
| Friends of Sheba Medical Center | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $9,000 |
| International Lone Soldiers Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $9,000 |
| Merkaz Hatorah Community Kollel | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $7,800 |
| The Westside Kollel Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $6,000 |
| Friendship Circle of Los Angeles | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $5,760 |
| Jewish National Fund | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $5,000 |
| Chai Lifeline | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $4,460 |
| Kol Haneairm of Monsey Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $3,771 |
| Bait Aaron Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $3,600 |
| Cabo Jewish Center | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $3,600 |
| Yeshiva University High Schools of | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $3,600 |
| Israel Special Kids Fund | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $3,600 |
| Global Kindness | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $3,360 |
| Young Israel of North Beverly Hills | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $3,000 |
| Young Sephardic Community Center | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $2,660 |
| Ameican Friends of Tiferet David-Os | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $2,036 |
| Kol Hanearim Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $2,014 |
| Chai Lifeline | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $1,881 |
| Bayith Lepleitot Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $1,800 |
| Midrasho Shel Shem Shul | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $1,513 |
| Private Redemption Foundation | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $1,220 |
| Bhpoa Benevolent Fund | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $1,000 |
| Friends of Nahal Haredi | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $1,000 |
| Aish Tamid of Los Angeles | To further the charitable efforts of the organization. | $500 |
| Chesed L'Chasanim | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $500 |
| Zaka Tel Aviv | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $500 |
| JHouse Beverly Hills | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $360 |
| Friendship Circle International Inc | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $360 |
| Alshech Center Tsfat | To further the charitable efforts of the organization | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Sunny Sassoon
- Debbie Sassoon
- Victor Sassoon
- Michelle Sassoon
Questions people ask
Does The Sassoon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sassoon Family Foundation give?
$598,819 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs The Sassoon Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sunny Sassoon (President), Debbie Sassoon (Secretary), Victor Sassoon (Vice President) and Michelle Sassoon (Treasurer).
What does The Sassoon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.