Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,171 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $65,000. 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$95,171
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,343 the year before.
30% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,836 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $82,343 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $95,171 | 10 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Donna and Steven Aptekar 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 Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $93,141 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,030 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Regional Hospital Foundation | General contribution | $65,000 |
| Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Boca Rio Foundation | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Sweet Dream Makers | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Boca Helping Hands | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Merley Gelligo | Check made payable to member of the church so that christmas gifts could be purchased for underprivledged children in the indiantown, fl area. | $1,500 |
| Various Organizations | Various donations to 5 organizations and charities ranging from $25 - $500 | $1,101 |
| George Snow Scholarship Fund | General contribution | $1,040 |
| Amy Krouse Rosenthal Foundation | General contribution | $1,030 |
| Mitchell College | General contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Aptekar
Questions people ask
Does Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation give?
$95,171 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Aptekar (President).
What does Donna and Steven Aptekar Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.