Sac Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sac Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$130,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $145,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $117,000 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $145,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $130,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Sac 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 Sac Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 5 | $105,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad-Lubavitch of Louisiana | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| Jewish Children's Regional Services | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| Jewish Community Day School | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| Urj Henry S Jacobs Camp | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| Slater Torah Academy | For general purposes of grantee | $15,000 |
| Chabad at LSU & Greater Baton Rouge | For general purposes of grantee | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard M Cahn
- Vivian Cahn
- David J Cahn
Questions people ask
Does Sac Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sac Foundation give?
$130,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Sac Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard M Cahn (President/Secretary), Vivian Cahn (Vice-President) and David J Cahn (Director).
What does Sac Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.