The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Owings Mills, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,250 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$130,250
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $127,650 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,150 | 20 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $127,650 | 34 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $130,250 | 32 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc 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 Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 27 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Assoc Jewish Fed Baltimore | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | Charitable - Food | $30,000 |
| Dyslexia Tutoring Program | Education - 2 payments | $28,000 |
| Beth El Annual Appeal | Religious | $6,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable - Food | $5,000 |
| Enoch Pratt Free Library | Charitable - Community Education | $2,500 |
| Foundation Baltimore Cty Library | Charitable - Community Education | $2,500 |
| Queen Annes County Free Library | Charitable - Community Education | $2,500 |
| American Civil Liberties Foundation | Civic Education | $2,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Environmental Education | $2,000 |
| Doctors without Borders USA | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Shore Rivers | Environmental Education - 2 payments | $2,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Orch kids | Education | $1,000 |
| Compass Regional Hospice | Charitable | $1,000 |
| House of Ruth | Charitable - Domestic Abuse | $1,000 |
| Congregation Kol Shalom | Religious | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Maryland | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center | Environmental Education | $1,000 |
| Haven Ministries | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Abraham Initiatives | Education | $1,000 |
| Wypr | Charitable - Public Info | $750 |
| Baltimore Public Media Corporation | Education | $750 |
| The Walters Art Museum | Education | $500 |
| Bay Journal Fund | Environmental Education | $500 |
| Edward Myerberg Senior Ctr | Charitable | $500 |
| Baltimore Museum of Art | Education | $500 |
| Baltimore Symphony | Education | $500 |
| Hillel Center Univ Maryland | Charitable | $500 |
| Kent Island Volunteer Fire Dept | Charitable - Fire Dept | $250 |
| Chabad at UCLA | Education | $250 |
| Chesapeake Conservancy | Scientific | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thelma Sinsky
- Gary Sinsky
- Sharon Sinsky-Hopkins
Questions people ask
Does The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc give?
$130,250 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thelma Sinsky (Secretary), Gary Sinsky (Vice President) and Sharon Sinsky-Hopkins (President Treasurer).
What does The Sinsky-Kresser-Racusin Memorial Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.