The Sottovoce Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sottovoce Foundation is a private foundation in Syosset, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,410 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $125 and the largest $7,500. 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$15,410
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$125
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$235,673
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,479 the year before.
39% 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 | $5,314 | 28 | $107,836 |
| 2024 | $13,479 | 46 | $100,128 |
| 2025 | $15,410 | 47 | $235,673 |
How to apply
The Sottovoce 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 Sottovoce Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 36 | $13,160 |
| California | 5 | $1,400 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $650 |
| Texas | 1 | $125 |
| Alabama | 1 | $50 |
| Utah | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Piping Rock Scholarship Fund | General | $7,500 |
| Catholic Ministries Appeal | General | $750 |
| St Dominic Church | General | $750 |
| St Dominic Church | General | $750 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra | General | $500 |
| St Johns Episcopal CH | General | $500 |
| St Dominic Church | General | $260 |
| Buckley School | General | $250 |
| Catholic Ministries Appeal | General | $250 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | General | $250 |
| Diocese of San Diego | General | $250 |
| La Jolla Music Soc | General | $250 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $250 |
| North Shore Land Alliance | General | $250 |
| Ny Philharmonic | General | $250 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | General | $250 |
| Yale University | General | $250 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $160 |
| Oyster Bay Community Foundation | General | $150 |
| Save the Children | General | $150 |
| Search Dog Foundation | General | $150 |
| Tenney Family Associates | General | $150 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $130 |
| Susan G Komen Cancer | General | $125 |
| Caumsett Foundation | General | $100 |
| Life Center of Li | General | $100 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $75 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $60 |
| Eternal Word Tel Network | General | $50 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $50 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $50 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
| Mary Star of the Sea CH | General | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Fsedgwick Browne
- Gloria Browne
Questions people ask
Does The Sottovoce Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sottovoce Foundation give?
$15,410 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $125.
Who runs The Sottovoce Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fsedgwick Browne (Trustee) and Gloria Browne (Trustee).
What does The Sottovoce Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.