Sommers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sommers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sanibel, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $304,350 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $16,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$304,350
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$16,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $272,531 the year before.
31% 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 | $245,919 | 13 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $272,531 | 17 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $304,350 | 14 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Sommers 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 Sommers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $80,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $75,650 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $57,800 |
| Florida | 2 | $51,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $23,900 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Hebron Fund | Donation | $50,000 |
| Loveri | Donation | $48,600 |
| Grace Fellowship Church | Donation | $36,000 |
| Fellowship Deaconry Ministries | Donation | $30,000 |
| Cross Point Baptist Church | Donation | $28,000 |
| Rio Grande Bible Ministries | Donation | $23,900 |
| Step of Faith Ministry | Donation | $18,000 |
| The Timothy Initiative | Donation | $15,000 |
| Together | Donation | $14,000 |
| Sanctuary Church | Donation | $13,050 |
| Individual | Donation | $10,000 |
| Susquehanna Conference United Metho | Donation | $7,800 |
| Cru | Donation | $6,000 |
| Rooted in Love | Donation | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur J Sommers
- Diane Baker
- Kristen Marie Baker
- Trisha Lee Baker
Questions people ask
Does Sommers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sommers Family Foundation give?
$304,350 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $16,500.
Who runs Sommers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur J Sommers (Trustee), Diane Baker (Trustee), Kristen Marie Baker (Trustee) and Trisha Lee Baker (Trustee).
What does Sommers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.