Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation is a private foundation in Downington, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $678,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $400,000. 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$678,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$16.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $812,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $647,500 | 12 | $13.9 million |
| 2024 | $812,500 | 14 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $678,000 | 10 | $16.1 million |
How to apply
Irving & Francine Suknow 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 Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $678,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Foundation Moores Cancer Center | Center for supportive care | $400,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital | Kawasaki research | $100,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Ms research | $65,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Prostate cancer research | $35,000 |
| Hillel of San Diego | Jewish student services | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of San Diego | Community services | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of San Diego County | Community services | $17,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Wellbeing of soldiers | $10,000 |
| Padres Pedal the Cause | Cancer research | $5,000 |
| Phase One Foundation - Road to Curing Cancer | Cancer research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry Fader
- Lynda Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation give?
$678,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Henry Fader (Co-Trustee) and Lynda Gordon (Co-Trustee).
What does Irving & Francine Suknow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and faith communities.