The Sachs Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sachs Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rydal, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $113,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$250,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$113,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $250,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $250,000 | 18 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 16 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Sachs Family 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 Sachs Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $163,000 |
| New York | 6 | $62,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $14,000 |
| California | 3 | $8,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Culturetrust of Greater Philadelphia | General operating support | $113,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General operating support | $25,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | General operating support | $22,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | General operating support | $20,000 |
| The Dalton School | General operating support | $6,000 |
| ACLU | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Northwestern | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Cedars Sinai | General operating support | $4,000 |
| One Acre Fund | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | General operating support | $2,500 |
| National Abortion Federation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| National Down Syndrome Society | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Saben Community Clinic | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Congregation Rodeph Sholom | General operating support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Sachs
- Deborah S Rothman
- Judith L Sachs
- David B Sachs
Questions people ask
Does The Sachs Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sachs Family Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Sachs Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine Sachs (Secretary), Deborah S Rothman (President), Judith L Sachs (President) and David B Sachs (Treasurer).
What does The Sachs Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.