Sla Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sla Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$140,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $223,500 the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $87,500 | 8 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $223,500 | 20 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 14 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Sla 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 Sla Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $119,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alvin Alley Dance | For operationsfor operations | $20,000 |
| The Joyce Theater | For operations | $15,000 |
| Manhattan Theater | For operations | $12,500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | For operations | $11,500 |
| American Federation for the Blind | For operations | $10,000 |
| City Harvest | For operations | $10,000 |
| Foodbank for New York City | For operations | $10,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | For operations | $10,000 |
| International Society for STEM Cell Research | For operations | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Center | For operations | $10,000 |
| New York City Center | For operations | $10,000 |
| Chevra Hatzalah | For operations | $5,000 |
| The Play Company | For operations | $5,000 |
| Prospector Theater | For operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sylvia L Ablon
- Ronni G Davidowitz
- Jennifer Ablon
Questions people ask
Does Sla Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sla Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sla Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sylvia L Ablon (Director), Ronni G Davidowitz (Director) and Jennifer Ablon (Director).
What does Sla Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and disability.