Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $397,481 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $568 and the largest $80,181. 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$397,481
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$568
- Largest grant$80,181
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $358,255 the year before.
32% 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 | $358,255 | 76 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $397,481 | 69 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Luci and Stan Sunshine 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 Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 47 | $328,472 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,568 |
| Florida | 3 | $4,588 |
| New York | 7 | $4,062 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,538 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giving Kitchen | Unrestricted | $80,181 |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Congregation Etz Chaim | Unrestricted | $28,311 |
| Marcus Jewish Community Center | Unrestricted | $26,154 |
| Creating Connected Communities | Unrestricted | $23,600 |
| Gcapp | Unrestricted | $20,300 |
| Jewish Homelife | Unrestricted | $20,250 |
| Atlanta Jewish Film Festival | Unrestricted | $13,000 |
| NCJW Atlanta | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| American Jewish Committee | Unrestricted | $12,300 |
| Bearings Bike Works | Unrestricted | $10,375 |
| Backpack Buddies of Metro Atlanta | Unrestricted | $10,195 |
| Center for the Visually Impaired | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hillels of Georgia | Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| The Davis Academy | Unrestricted | $8,600 |
| Congregation B'nai Torah | Unrestricted | $6,886 |
| The Cottage School | Unrestricted | $5,345 |
| High Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| I Live Here I Give Here | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Embracing Our Differences | Unrestricted | $4,288 |
| Temple Sinai | Unrestricted | $3,520 |
| Jewish Family & Career Services | Unrestricted | $3,149 |
| Choa Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Jewish Women's Fund of Atlanta | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Jewish Educational Loan Fund | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Epstein School | Unrestricted | $2,330 |
| New American Pathways | Unrestricted | $2,027 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Impact Youth Outreach | Unrestricted | $1,538 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Unrestricted | $1,033 |
| Blue Heron Nature Preserve | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| People for the American Way | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen for the Cure | Unrestricted | $568 |
| American Friends Magen David Adom | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Path Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Turningpoint Breast Cancer Rehab | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Jewish Fed of Greater Atlanta | Unrestricted | $347 |
| Leadership Perimeter | Unrestricted | $310 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Sunshine
- Luci Sunshine
Questions people ask
Does Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation give?
$397,481 in tax year 2024, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $568.
Who runs Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Sunshine (Trustee) and Luci Sunshine (Trustee).
What does Luci and Stan Sunshine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.