The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $151,600 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,500. 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$151,600
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees2%
Giving in 2024 was down from $181,100 the year before.
2% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $155,400 | 55 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $181,100 | 56 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $151,600 | 53 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik 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 Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 50 | $139,600 |
| Illinois | 2 | $9,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit | General fund | $10,500 |
| Fresh Air Society | General fund | $7,000 |
| American Friends of Hebrew University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Metro Detroit Hillel Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| United Way of Southeastern Michigan | General fund | $5,000 |
| Bar Ilan University | General fund | $4,500 |
| Farber Hebrew Day School | General fund | $4,500 |
| Hillel Day School | General fund | $4,500 |
| Coalition on Temporary Shelter | General fund | $4,000 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center | General fund | $4,000 |
| Focus Hope | General fund | $3,500 |
| Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue | General fund | $3,500 |
| Ruth Ellis Center | General fund | $3,500 |
| Yad Ezra | General fund | $3,500 |
| YWCA Camp Cavell | General fund | $3,500 |
| Alternatives for Girls | General fund | $3,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | General fund | $3,000 |
| Frankel Jewish Academy | General fund | $3,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Association | General fund | $3,000 |
| Jewish Resource Center | General fund | $3,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Orchard Childrens Services | General fund | $3,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Yehuda | General fund | $3,000 |
| Taproots at Camp Walden | General fund | $2,800 |
| U of M Hillel Foundation | General fund | $2,800 |
| American Committee for Weizmann Institute of Science | General fund | $2,500 |
| Capuchin Community Center | General fund | $2,500 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jarc | General fund | $2,500 |
| Old Newsboys Good Fellows | General fund | $2,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General fund | $2,000 |
| Brilliant Detroit | General fund | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Detroit Public Library | General fund | $2,000 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hospice of Southeastern Michigan | General fund | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics | General fund | $2,000 |
| United Negro College Fund | General fund | $2,000 |
| Vista Maria | General fund | $2,000 |
| Wtvschannel 56 | General fund | $2,000 |
| Affirmations | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James L Baker
- Helene N White
- Benjamin White Levin
- Russell R Wise
- Diana McBroom
Questions people ask
Does The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation give?
$151,600 in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James L Baker (Treasurer), Helene N White (President), Benjamin White Levin (Trustee) and Russell R Wise (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sigmund and Sophie Rohlik Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.