The Sigal Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sigal Family Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,650 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,700 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$99,650
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,700
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,500 the year before.
79% 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 | $58,300 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $50,500 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $99,650 | 18 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Sigal 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 Sigal Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $51,000 |
| New York | 10 | $31,450 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | $10,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | National Gallery of Art | $10,000 |
| The Phillips Collection | The Phillips Collection | $10,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | National Gallery of Art | $10,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Neurosurgery | Johns Hopkins Neurosurgery | $5,000 |
| Foundation for City College | Foundation for City College | $5,000 |
| NYU Center for Ancient Studies | NYU Center for Ancient Studies | $5,000 |
| Weizmann Institute of Science | Weizmann Institute of Science | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) | Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) | $4,400 |
| Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) | Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) | $4,350 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Whitney Museum of American Art | $2,500 |
| Hunter College Elementary School | Hunter College Elementary School | $2,200 |
| Hampton Cove Elementary School PTA | Hampton Cove Elementary School PTA | $2,200 |
| Dwight School Foundation | Dwight School Foundation | $1,500 |
| Friends of Cancer Research | Friends of Cancer Research | $1,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Whitney Museum of American Art | $1,000 |
| Dwight School Foundation | Dwight School Foundation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald Sigal
- Ellen Sigal
Questions people ask
Does The Sigal Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sigal Family Foundation give?
$99,650 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,700.
Who runs The Sigal Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald Sigal (Officer) and Ellen Sigal (Officer).
What does The Sigal Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.