Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat
Preselected recipients only
Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $566,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $193,500. 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$566,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$193,500
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $513,300 the year before.
8% 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 | $540,300 | 17 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $513,300 | 15 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $566,500 | 13 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat 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 Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 10 | $233,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $193,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $115,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Provide programs for charitable giving | $193,500 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | Support general programs | $115,000 |
| Girls Inc of Omaha | Education programs | $35,000 |
| Northstar Foundation | Education programs for young men | $30,000 |
| Omaha Public Library | General support general contribution | $28,000 |
| Aice Inc | Promote education regarding american-israeli issues | $25,000 |
| Project Harmony | Protect and support children | $25,000 |
| Youth Emergency Services | Housing of youth | $25,000 |
| Family Housing Advisory Services Inc | Homeowner education programs | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Omaha | Support for the institute of holocaust education and the jewish community center | $20,000 |
| Latino Center of the Midlands (Chicano Awareness Center Inc) | Support community based adult education and skills development | $20,000 |
| Financial Hope Collaboration (Creighton University) | Financial education in both the workplace and community that changes consumer behavior | $15,000 |
| Women's Center for Advancement | Support women's advancement | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Javitch
- Mark Javitch
- Rachel Canfield
Questions people ask
Does Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat give?
$566,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Javitch (Trustee), Mark Javitch (Trustee) and Rachel Canfield (Trustee).
What does Sokolof Grandchildren Charitable Foundat fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and housing and homelessness.