The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Westbury, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,714 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $36,571. 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$84,714
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$36,571
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $56,405 the year before.
48% 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 | $77,265 | 40 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $56,405 | 23 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $84,714 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Sakhai Family 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 The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $78,924 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,360 |
| California | 1 | $1,360 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,070 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbury Jewish Center | Unrestricted | $36,571 |
| Li Coalition Against Bullying | Unrestricted | $10,150 |
| West Hills Torah Center | Unrestricted | $4,600 |
| Friends of Karen | Unrestricted | $3,950 |
| UJA Fed of Ny | Unrestricted | $3,250 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | Unrestricted | $3,084 |
| Hofstra Hilel | Unrestricted | $3,009 |
| Sunrise Assoc | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Rohr Chabad Center | Unrestricted | $2,360 |
| Lifes Worc | Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Chabad of Mid Suffolk | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Hineni Heritage Center | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Chabad of Binghamton | Unrestricted | $1,360 |
| Chabad of USC | Unrestricted | $1,360 |
| Miyad Chabad | Unrestricted | $1,070 |
| The American Friends of Amaleh Shel Torah Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Chabad of Roslyn | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| United Synagogue of Conserv Judaism | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Chabad of Port Washington | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Copiague SD | Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa A Sakhai
- Kenneth Grossman
- William Ahdout
Questions people ask
Does The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc give?
$84,714 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa A Sakhai (Secretary/Treasurer), Kenneth Grossman (Vice President/Director) and William Ahdout (President/Director).
What does The Sakhai Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.