Sokoloff Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sokoloff Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $651,230 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $430,000. 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$651,230
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$430,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $594,105 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $728,351 | 33 | $12.5 million |
| 2024 | $594,105 | 45 | $13.1 million |
| 2025 | $651,230 | 15 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Sokoloff Foundation Inc 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 Sokoloff Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $650,230 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | General operating support | $430,000 |
| Afya Foundation Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Jewish Child Care Association of New York (Jcca) | General operating support | $42,000 |
| Ackerman Institute for the Family | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Uja-Federation of New York | General operating support | $30,000 |
| International Center of Photography | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Manhattan Theater Club | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Quaker Ridge Employee Charity Fund Inc | General operating support | $2,500 |
| MIT International Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| School of American Ballet Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General operating support | $500 |
| Museum of Arts and Design | General operating support | $250 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General operating support | $180 |
| Guggenheim Museum | General operating support | $150 |
| New York Historical Society | General operating support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Helena Louise Sokoloff
- Suzanne L Dreifuss
- Marguerite Gelfman
- Patricia Gantz
Questions people ask
Does Sokoloff Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sokoloff Foundation Inc give?
$651,230 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Sokoloff Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Helena Louise Sokoloff (Director, President, Treasurer), Suzanne L Dreifuss (Director, Vice President), Marguerite Gelfman (Director, Secretary (Began 04/30/2025)) and Patricia Gantz (Director (Thru 04/04/2025)).
What does Sokoloff Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and arts and culture.