Oliver and Harriet Sockwell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Oliver and Harriet Sockwell Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$47,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$360,625
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,550 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $20,000 | 4 | $328,203 |
| 2024 | $21,550 | 3 | $356,975 |
| 2025 | $47,000 | 6 | $360,625 |
How to apply
Oliver and Harriet Sockwell 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $29,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Management Leadership Cnter for Tom | Annual giving | $20,000 |
| Higher Achievement Program | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Individual | Nueroscience - a Cotton | $7,000 |
| howard university | division of development | $5,000 |
| The Landon Fund | General operations | $2,500 |
| Individual | General operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Oliver Sockwell
- Harriet Sockwell
- Kristine Friend
Questions people ask
Does Oliver and Harriet Sockwell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oliver and Harriet Sockwell Foundation give?
$47,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Oliver and Harriet Sockwell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Oliver Sockwell (President & CEO), Harriet Sockwell (Vice President) and Kristine Friend (Vice President).