The Sambol Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sambol Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jupiter Inlet Colony, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,088 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$245,088
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $262,058 the year before.
26% 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 | $249,044 | 49 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $262,058 | 47 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $245,088 | 47 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Sambol 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 The Sambol Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $117,448 |
| New Jersey | 17 | $66,640 |
| Florida | 5 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Sinai Health System | Program and public support | $35,000 |
| Raincoast Conservation Foundation | Program and public support | $20,000 |
| Sag Harbor Partnership | Program or public support | $17,510 |
| The Church | Public and program support | $15,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Israel | Program or public support | $10,000 |
| Riverview Medical Center Foundation | Program and public support | $10,000 |
| Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey | Program or public support | $10,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Public and program support | $10,000 |
| Loggerhead Marinelife Center | Public and program support | $10,000 |
| Citizens Committee for New York City | Public and program support | $10,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center | Public and program support | $10,000 |
| Justworld International | Program and public support | $7,500 |
| Dawgpatch Bandits | Program or public support | $7,500 |
| Monmouth University | Program or public support | $5,000 |
| Gallopnyc Property Co LLC | Program and public support | $5,000 |
| Wildlife Center Friends | Program or public support | $5,000 |
| Temple University | Program or public support | $5,000 |
| Stony Brook | Public and program support | $5,000 |
| Sage | Public and program support | $4,020 |
| ABINGTON SQUARE conservancy | Program and public support | $3,500 |
| Family & Children Services | Program or public support | $2,500 |
| Autism Family Services of NJ | Program or public support | $2,500 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Public and program support | $2,500 |
| Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center Inc | Public and program support | $2,500 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | Public and program support | $2,500 |
| Hope Sheds Light | Program and public support | $2,000 |
| Fulfill NJ | Program or public support | $2,000 |
| Easel Animal Rescue | Program or public support | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Public and program support | $2,000 |
| Women's League for Conservative Judaism | Program and public support | $1,918 |
| Oberlin College | Program and public support | $1,500 |
| Equestrian Aid | Program or public support | $1,500 |
| Impact New Jersey | Program or public support | $1,140 |
| Spring Lake Memorial Community House | Program and public support | $1,000 |
| Surfers Healing | Program or public support | $1,000 |
| Move for Hunger | Program or public support | $1,000 |
| Spring Lake Police Association | Program or public support | $1,000 |
| New York Public Radio | Program and public support | $1,000 |
| Holocaust Genocide and Human Right | Public and program support | $1,000 |
| Sag Harbor Community Food Pantry | Public and program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Sambol
- Herbert Sambol
Questions people ask
Does The Sambol Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sambol Family Foundation give?
$245,088 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Sambol Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Sambol (Director) and Herbert Sambol (Director).
What does The Sambol Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and faith communities.