Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $105,175 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $24,675. 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$105,175
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$24,675
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,600 the year before.
65% 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 | $86,300 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $79,600 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $105,175 | 18 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo 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 Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $74,175 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $16,500 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $7,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Resurrection Episcopal Day School | General | $24,675 |
| United Talmidei Hakvutze | General | $23,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El | General | $11,000 |
| The Norwalk Art Space | General | $8,000 |
| The Helicon Fdn Inc | General | $6,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General | $4,500 |
| Dartmouth Colege | General | $4,000 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank | General | $4,000 |
| Hands Along the Nile | General | $3,500 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | General | $3,000 |
| Friends of Westport Parks Recr | General | $3,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General | $2,500 |
| Levitt Pavilion | General | $2,000 |
| Congreation Nahalot Shalom | General | $1,500 |
| Think New Mexico | General | $1,500 |
| The Honorable Tina Broaman Fdn | General | $1,000 |
| Strawtown Studio | General | $1,000 |
| The Norwalk Art Space | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen C Sonsino
- Genevieve Sonsino
Questions people ask
Does Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation give?
$105,175 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen C Sonsino (Trustee) and Genevieve Sonsino (Trustee).
What does Barbara & Benjamin Cardozo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and arts and culture.