The Sonkin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sonkin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $386,422 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $246 and the largest $248,570. 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$386,422
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$246
- Largest grant$248,570
- Assets$0
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $342,184 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $342,184 | 47 | $367,192 |
| 2024 | $386,422 | 41 | $0 |
How to apply
The Sonkin 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 Sonkin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $328,001 |
| Michigan | 5 | $37,700 |
| New York | 14 | $11,446 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $2,155 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1,820 |
| California | 3 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation Palm Beach | Cultural | $248,570 |
| Temple Judea | Religious | $62,084 |
| Jewish Federation of Detroit | Cultural | $30,000 |
| Jewish Community Center - Detroit | Cultural | $6,500 |
| Chautauqua Institute | Educational | $6,209 |
| Insight Through Education | Educational | $5,791 |
| Jewish Family & Chlidren's Services | Medical | $5,250 |
| Cleveland State University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Educational | $2,000 |
| B'nai Brith International | Religious | $1,900 |
| Ballen Isles Charities Foundation | Medical | $1,570 |
| Emergency Medical Assistance (Ema) | Medical | $1,300 |
| Pace Center for Girls | Medical | $1,200 |
| Pearl of Israel Charity FDTN | Cultural | $1,200 |
| Hadassah | Cultural | $1,100 |
| Dana Farber - Jimmy Fund | Medical | $1,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Ort America | Educational | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Medical | $800 |
| Yiddish Book Center | Educational | $720 |
| American Jewish Historical Society | Educational | $246 |
| Jdcorg | Cultural | $200 |
| Jewish Community Center - Mandel | Cultural | $136 |
| American Friends of Hebrew Universi | Educational | $100 |
| American Jewish Committee | Cultural | $100 |
| American Society for Technion | Educational | $100 |
| Antidefamation League | Educational | $100 |
| Camera | Educational | $100 |
| Center for Jewish History | Educational | $100 |
| Jewish Women's Foundation | Cultural | $100 |
| Mazon | Cultural | $100 |
| Museum of Modern Art | Educational | $100 |
| Museum of Tolerance | Educational | $100 |
| Naral Pro-Choice America | Medical | $100 |
| National Jewish Lockbox | Educational | $100 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Cultural | $100 |
| Stand With US | Educational | $100 |
| US Holocaust Memorial | Educational | $100 |
| Friends of Smithsonian | Educational | $55 |
| Hebrew Congregation of Chautauqua | Religious | $55 |
Officers and trustees
- Sydelle Sonkin
Questions people ask
Does The Sonkin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sonkin Family Foundation give?
$386,422 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $246.
Who runs The Sonkin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sydelle Sonkin (President).
What does The Sonkin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.