Sedley Philanthropic Fund
Preselected recipients only
Sedley Philanthropic Fund is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $559,750 and the largest $869,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$559,750
- Largest grant$869,500
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $375,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $375,000 | 2 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 2 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
Sedley Philanthropic Fund 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 Sedley Philanthropic Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | General operating | $869,500 |
| Jewish Agency for Israel-North American Council | General operating | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald A Sedley
Questions people ask
Does Sedley Philanthropic Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sedley Philanthropic Fund give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $559,750.
Who runs Sedley Philanthropic Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald A Sedley (Trustee).
What does Sedley Philanthropic Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.