The Sorala Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sorala Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $501,851 in 211 grants; the typical grant was $600 and the largest $100,000. 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$501,851
- Number of grants211
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $369,942 the year before.
52% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $385,938 | 237 | $2.8 million |
| 2023 | $369,942 | 215 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $501,851 | 211 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Sorala 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 Sorala Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 131 | $308,437 |
| New York | 58 | $178,522 |
| Maryland | 4 | $6,180 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,680 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,560 |
| Ohio | 3 | $1,230 |
| Illinois | 4 | $1,138 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $1,100 |
| Georgia | 2 | $600 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chaviva Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Donors Fund | General and Unrestricted | $72,572 |
| Keren Avreichim | General and Unrestricted | $31,500 |
| Individual | $25,160 | |
| Congregation Gates of Mercy | General and Unrestricted | $13,500 |
| Rutgers Jewish Experience | General and Unrestricted | $9,750 |
| Khal Machzikei Torah | General and Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $7,810 |
| Yeshiva Nesiv HaTalmud | General and Unrestricted | $7,600 |
| Congregation Chaim V'Chessed | General and Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $6,400 |
| Gemach Kerem Shlomo | General and Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Yeshiva Gedola Tiferes Yaakov Yitzchok | General and Unrestricted | $5,100 |
| Torah Links | General and Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Ketana | General and Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Maylos Hatorah | General and Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Nachlas BY | General and Unrestricted | $4,865 |
| Oros | General and Unrestricted | $4,800 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,800 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,400 |
| Congregation Zichron Yisroel | General and Unrestricted | $4,005 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,000 |
| Zichron Menachem | General and Unrestricted | $3,900 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,600 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,500 |
| Yeshivas Mir Yerushalayim | General and Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,360 |
| Congregation Duvid Elchonon | General and Unrestricted | $3,175 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,000 |
| BMG Saf | General and Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Kehillas Zichron Yaakov | General and Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Shaarei Chaim | General and Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ezriel Munk
- Yaffa Munk
Questions people ask
Does The Sorala Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sorala Foundation give?
$501,851 in tax year 2024, across 211 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs The Sorala Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ezriel Munk (Co-President) and Yaffa Munk (Co-President).
What does The Sorala Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.