Plafsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Plafsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,200 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$99,200
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$446,764
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,700 the year before.
17% 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 | $180,736 | 10 | $346,228 |
| 2024 | $75,700 | 7 | $279,695 |
| 2025 | $99,200 | 6 | $446,764 |
How to apply
Plafsky 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 Plafsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $85,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Raton Achievement Center | Charitable purposes | $80,000 |
| Maccabi USA | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Opportunity Project Inc | Charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Gift of Life | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Broward Ctys | Charitable purposes | $1,200 |
| Temple Bat Yam | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Plafsky
- Joan Plafsky
Questions people ask
Does Plafsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Plafsky Family Foundation give?
$99,200 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Plafsky Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Plafsky (Trustee) and Joan Plafsky (Trustee).
What does Plafsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.