Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $302,471 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$302,471
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $307,309 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $204,596 | 55 | $6.2 million |
| 2023 | $265,235 | 67 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $307,309 | 75 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $302,471 | 69 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Brillo-Sonnino 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 Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $92,086 |
| California | 18 | $65,285 |
| Arizona | 7 | $21,750 |
| Florida | 3 | $19,000 |
| Utah | 3 | $16,350 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $11,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $9,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UA Foundation | Philanthropic Support | $15,000 |
| wwwdirectrelieforg | Disaster and Health Care Support | $15,000 |
| Adopt-A-Native Elder | Humanitarian | $12,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical Relief | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Medical andReproductive | $10,000 |
| Mt Sinai Foundation | Medical | $10,000 |
| Columbia University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Episcopal Releif & Development | Religous | $10,000 |
| Americares | Healthcare | $8,000 |
| ACLU | Civil Rights | $7,500 |
| Shelterbox USA | Humanitarian | $7,500 |
| Remote Area Medical | Medical VeterinaryDisaster Relief | $7,500 |
| Water Missions | Humanitarian | $7,500 |
| First Nations Development | Humanitarian | $7,500 |
| ProPublica | News & Journalism | $7,500 |
| Vision to Learn | Humanitarian-Childrens Eyesight | $7,500 |
| LA Foodbank | Humanitarian | $7,500 |
| NILCorg | Low-Incom Advocacy | $7,500 |
| Partners in Health | Humanitarian | $7,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law | Civil Rights | $7,500 |
| Freedom to Choose Foundation | General Charitable | $5,235 |
| Donorschooseorg | Education | $5,086 |
| Matthew 25 Ministries | Religous | $5,000 |
| Billion Oyster Project | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Humanitarian-Food Relief | $5,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Gcllaw | Legal | $5,000 |
| Intl Medical Corps | Humanatarian | $5,000 |
| The Tomorrow Fund | Financial and Emotional Support - Children with Cancer | $5,000 |
| JDJ Foundation | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Animal Welfare | $3,500 |
| Conserve Wildlife | Animal Suport | $3,500 |
| The Smile Train | Humanitarian | $3,500 |
| Clean Ocean Action | Environmental | $3,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | Animal Support | $3,000 |
| Searchdog Foundation | Animal Support | $3,000 |
| 4 Paws | Animal Shelter Support | $3,000 |
| Foundation for Santa Barbara CC | Health and Relief | $2,500 |
| Give Directly | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Apopo US | Animal Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark D Sonnino
- Lyn Brillo
- Nicholas Mamary
Questions people ask
Does Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation give?
$302,471 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark D Sonnino (Trustee/Investment Mgr), Lyn Brillo (Trustee) and Nicholas Mamary (Trustee).
What does Brillo-Sonnino Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and animals.