The Sussman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sussman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $324,346 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$324,346
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $315,800 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $47,000 | 6 | $6.7 million |
| 2023 | $342,250 | 24 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $315,800 | 44 | $6.7 million |
| 2025 | $324,346 | 72 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
The Sussman 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 Sussman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $250 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 22 | $177,347 |
| California | 39 | $126,835 |
| Florida | 3 | $11,227 |
| Washington | 2 | $3,598 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,046 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $524 |
| Colorado | 1 | $519 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amfar Foundations for AIDS Research | General charitable purposes | $70,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General charitable purposes | $38,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | General charitable purposes | $24,500 |
| Philozoia | General charitable purposes | $20,100 |
| Ballet Theatre Foundation Inc | General charitable purposes | $12,000 |
| Much Love Animal Rescue | General charitable purposes | $10,602 |
| Big Love Animal Rescue | General charitable purposes | $10,500 |
| Life Adventures Counseling | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Wnet Group | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Start Rescue | General charitable purposes | $7,540 |
| Dancing Cat | General charitable purposes | $5,600 |
| Womens Image Network | General charitable purposes | $5,550 |
| Planned Parenthod la | General charitable purposes | $5,300 |
| Gentle Barn | General charitable purposes | $5,102 |
| Forte Animal Rescue | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Prep for Prep | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Mid City Cats Rescue | General charitable purposes | $4,500 |
| Bullies & Buddies | General charitable purposes | $4,103 |
| Take Me Home | General charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Ca Wildlife Center | General charitable purposes | $3,250 |
| Pawsitive Animal Impact Rescue | General charitable purposes | $3,240 |
| Project Blue | General charitable purposes | $3,062 |
| Big Apple Cats | General educational purposes | $3,000 |
| Deleon Foundation | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Emily's K9 Training | General charitable purposes | $2,678 |
| Pasadena Humane - Org | General charitable purposes | $2,625 |
| Broadway Cares | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Carson Cat Rescue | General charitable purposes | $2,200 |
| Baja Street Dogs | General charitable purposes | $2,060 |
| Friends of Felines | General charitable purposes | $2,060 |
| Compassion Animal Protection Society | General charitable purposes | $2,041 |
| Frick Collection | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Friends of Nachusa Grasslands | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Lovejoy Foundation | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Project Street Vet | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Volunteer Collective | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Guggenheim | General charitable purposes | $1,250 |
| American Ballot Theature | General charitable purposes | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Sussman
- Nina Sussman
Questions people ask
Does The Sussman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sussman Family Foundation Inc give?
$324,346 in tax year 2025, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Sussman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rachel Sussman (Director) and Nina Sussman (Director).
What does The Sussman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, arts and culture and human services.