Franklin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Franklin Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,326 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $15,000. 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$66,326
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $77,636 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $61,100 | 22 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $60,204 | 16 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $77,636 | 21 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $66,326 | 21 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Franklin 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 Franklin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $21,527 |
| California | 8 | $20,800 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Housing for the poor | $15,000 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | Aid to poor | $10,000 |
| Keck School of Medicine USC | Medical research | $5,000 |
| University of Michigan | Education | $5,000 |
| Individual | Education | $5,000 |
| French Institute | French culture | $4,302 |
| The Buckly School | Education | $3,500 |
| La Jewish Symphony | Music education | $2,500 |
| Lacma | Art | $2,500 |
| Ipalpiti | Music art | $2,000 |
| Temple of the Art | Art | $1,800 |
| Orpheus Chamber Orchestra | Music | $1,225 |
| Individual | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education | $1,000 |
| Forefront | Aid to poor | $1,000 |
| Individual | Art | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical ressearch | $1,000 |
| La Youth Orchestra | Music education | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Medical research | $1,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Medical | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard Franklin
- Ron Franklin
- Sheri Franklin
Questions people ask
Does Franklin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Franklin Family Foundation give?
$66,326 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Franklin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bernard Franklin (President and Ceo), Ron Franklin (Cfo Secretary) and Sheri Franklin (Vice President).
What does Franklin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.