Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $935,069 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $863,909. 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$935,069
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$863,909
- Assets$27.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $285,250 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $10,500 | 2 | $4.3 million |
| 2023 | $285,250 | 11 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $935,069 | 7 | $27.2 million |
How to apply
Faith Sommerfield Family 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 Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $30,365 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $899,704 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 139 Worden Inc | Support for the establishment of a center dedicated to learning about the use of medical assistance in dying ("maid") and other end-of-life care initiatives | $863,909 |
| Maidhouse | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York | Lecture sponsorship | $24,945 |
| The Hastings Center Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Canadian Association - Maid | Conference sponsorship | $5,365 |
| American Health Law Association | Conference sponsorship | $5,000 |
| End of Life Choices New York | Lecture sponsorship | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- Jason Smith
- Shanna Nicole Nuttall
- David Hoffman
- Mark Elliott
Questions people ask
Does Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation give?
$935,069 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jason Smith (President), Shanna Nicole Nuttall (Vice President & Treasurer), David Hoffman (Vice President & Secretary) and Mark Elliott (Executive Director).
What does Faith Sommerfield Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.