William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,500 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,500. 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$29,500
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $29,150 the year before.
6% of its 2024 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 | $29,150 | 50 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $29,500 | 50 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
William and Sonia Pindler 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 William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 22 | $14,100 |
| New York | 3 | $2,800 |
| Texas | 5 | $2,550 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,750 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,450 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,050 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $900 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $750 |
| Kansas | 1 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian General Benevolent Union | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Armenian Missionary Assoc of Amer Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Bel-Air Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Ararat Home of Los Angeles Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mirman School for Gifted Children | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | General & Unrestricted | $900 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General & Unrestricted | $850 |
| Anti-Defamation League | LA Chapter | $800 |
| American Heart Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| American Institute for Cancer Research | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| C J F Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| City of Hope | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trus | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Los Angeles Mission Inc | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Midnight Mission | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| WWP Inc - Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $600 |
| International Fellowship of Christians & Jews | General & Unrestricted | $550 |
| A M G International | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to | Los Angeles Chapter | $500 |
| Easter Seals Southern California Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Orange County | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hope for Today Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| In Touch Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Jews for Jesus | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Life Outreach International Association of Churche | Water for Life | $500 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Museum Associates | Los Angeles County Museum of Art | $500 |
| Our Daily Bread Ministries Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Turning Point for God | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| March of Dimes Inc | General & Unrestricted | $400 |
| Public Media Group of Southern California | General & Unrestricted | $400 |
| Braille Institute of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $350 |
| Grace to You | General & Unrestricted | $350 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $350 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | LA Chapter | $350 |
| Cal Farleys Boys Ranch | General & Unrestricted | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Abajian
- Robert Harris
- Mark Pindler
- Sonia Pindler
- Andrew Stout
- Steve Zweig
Questions people ask
Does William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation give?
$29,500 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wendy Abajian (Dir), Robert Harris (Dir), Mark Pindler (Dir, Pres, Chairperson) and Sonia Pindler (Dir, Sec, Treas) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William and Sonia Pindler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.