Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $176,218 in 71 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $70,200. 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$176,218
- Number of grants71
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$70,200
- Assets$0
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $122,666 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $184,800 | 57 | $154,979 |
| 2024 | $122,666 | 59 | $129,415 |
| 2025 | $176,218 | 71 | $0 |
How to apply
Jane & Sam Sutton 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 Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 40 | $144,828 |
| New Jersey | 22 | $20,632 |
| Maryland | 3 | $5,460 |
| Florida | 5 | $5,118 |
| Ohio | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Binyan Av - Private Foundation | Unrestricted use of funds | $70,200 |
| Congregation Shaare Rahamim | Unrestricted use of funds | $15,824 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | Unrestricted use of funds | $13,506 |
| The Special Children's Center | To provide respite and support for families with disabled children | $11,000 |
| Yeshivat Shaare Rahamim | Unrestricted use of funds | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Torah | Unrestricted use of funds | $9,167 |
| Renewal | To find and match kidney donors for those suffering from various forms of kidney disease. | $3,600 |
| Yeshivat Leluv of Jerusalem | Unrestricted use of funds | $3,600 |
| Yeshivat Hechal Shemuel | Unrestricted use of funds | $3,320 |
| Irene's Home Essentials | Unrestricted use of funds | $2,800 |
| American Friends of Kol Yerushalayim Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $2,700 |
| Magen David Congregation of Surfside Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $2,000 |
| Darchei David | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,800 |
| Synagogue of Deal | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,663 |
| Shoresh | To provide weekend/camp activities, events and classes to teach children and adults about their jewish heritage | $1,500 |
| Ness 26 Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,442 |
| Special Children Center | To provide respite and support for families with disabled children | $1,244 |
| Peer Hatorah | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,200 |
| Beit Yaacov Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,116 |
| Barkai Foundation Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $1,000 |
| Yad Yosef Co David Ozeirey | Unrestricted use of funds | $880 |
| Congregation Ohel Simha | Unrestricted use of funds | $750 |
| Congregation Magen David of West Deal | Unrestricted use of funds | $731 |
| Chai Lifeline | Unrestricted use of funds | $727 |
| Ahavat Haim Vachesed | Unrestricted use of funds | $661 |
| American Friends of Bimad Alon Moreh | Unrestricted use of funds | $613 |
| Congregation Tiferes Yaakov | Unrestricted use of funds | $501 |
| Hatzalah Emergency Medical Services of the Jersey Shore Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $501 |
| Sephardic Community Youth Center | Unrestricted use of funds | $501 |
| Yeshivat Moreshet Yerushalayim | Unrestricted use of funds | $501 |
| Kollel International | Unrestricted use of funds | $500 |
| Maskeel El Daz Society | Unrestricted use of funds | $500 |
| Netzach Israel Zichron Aaron Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $500 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $500 |
| The Koby Mandell Foundation | Unrestricted use of funds | $500 |
| Chayim Vchesed Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $400 |
| Ahi Ezer Congregation | Unrestricted use of funds | $360 |
| Aishel Shabbat | Unrestricted use of funds | $360 |
| American Friends of Ora Vesimcha | Unrestricted use of funds | $360 |
| Carmei Hair International Inc | Unrestricted use of funds | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel Sutton
- Jane Sutton
Questions people ask
Does Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation give?
$176,218 in tax year 2025, across 71 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel Sutton (Director) and Jane Sutton (Director).
What does Jane & Sam Sutton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and disability.