The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Englewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $37,700 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$37,700
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $96,288 the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $96,288 | 18 | $0 |
| 2024 | $37,700 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
The Sarna Family Charitable 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 Sarna Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $27,840 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $8,060 |
| California | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | Financial support & general use. | $20,000 |
| Jerusalem Foundation | Financial support & general use. | $5,000 |
| Sarna Family Holocaust Remembrance | Financial support & general use. | $2,900 |
| The Friendship Circle | Financial support & general use. | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Peace of Mind | Financial support & general use. | $1,800 |
| If Your Heard What I Heard | Financial support & general use. | $1,800 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Financial support & general use. | $1,000 |
| Chai Lifeline | Financial support & general use. | $1,000 |
| Sharsheret | Financial support & general use. | $500 |
| J-Give Friends of Keren Asor Fund | Financial support & general use. | $500 |
| Friends of Yad Sarah | Financial support & general use. | $360 |
| Leket Foundation | Financial support & general use. | $360 |
| Yeshiva University | Financial support & general use. | $300 |
| East Hill Synagogue | Financial support & general use. | $200 |
| Aleh Foundation | Financial support & general use. | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Sarna
Questions people ask
Does The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation give?
$37,700 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Sarna (Director).
What does The Sarna Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.