The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation is a private foundation in Sands Point, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 80 grants; the typical grant was $1,455 and the largest $428,510. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants80
- Typical grant$1,455
- Largest grant$428,510
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
53% 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 | $1.4 million | 70 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 73 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 80 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Pamela and Laurence Tarica 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 The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 44 | $768,040 |
| New Hampshire | 19 | $222,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $87,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 4 | $2,678 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Community Synagogue | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $428,510 |
| UJA Federation (40K Impj 50K Irac 5K Rhodes) | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $136,000 |
| Squam Lakes Association | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $96,000 |
| Hillel International | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $75,000 |
| The College for Contemporary Judiaism | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $65,000 |
| Empowers Africa | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $50,000 |
| Lakes Region Conservation Trust | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $40,000 |
| Project ALS | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $32,000 |
| Loon Preservation Committee | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $30,000 |
| Squam Lakes Conservation Society | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $30,000 |
| African Conservation Community Foundation (Singhita) | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $25,000 |
| Union of Reform Judaism | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Samuel Waxman Cancer Research | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Betsy's Park | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Community Chest of Port Washington | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Squam Lakes Natural Science Center | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| St Luke's Annual Fund | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Elluminate | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| The Art Guild of Port Washington | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| Curious Learning | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $10,000 |
| East End Temple | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $7,062 |
| Congregation Shearith Israel | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $6,186 |
| Southern Poverty of American Law Center | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $5,000 |
| Weill Cornell Medicine | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $5,000 |
| Acme Smoked Fish Foundation | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $5,000 |
| MCC Theater | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $5,000 |
| Ajcorg | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $5,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Foundation | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $3,000 |
| Amnesty International | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| New York Public Radio | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| Landmark on Main Street | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| Kristof Impact Org | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,000 |
| Island Harvest | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,500 |
| Feeding America | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,500 |
| The Ed Foundation | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,500 |
| City Meals on Wheels | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,500 |
| Port Washington Children's Center | To aid in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence Tarica
- Pamela Tarica
- Sarah Fliegel
- Jane M Tarica
Questions people ask
Does The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 80 grants, with a typical grant of $1,455.
Who runs The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence Tarica (Director and President), Pamela Tarica (Director and Vice Presiden), Sarah Fliegel (Director) and Jane M Tarica (Director).
What does The Pamela and Laurence Tarica Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and environment and conservation.