Sinegal Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sinegal Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$45.5 million
- New grantees81%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
81% 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 | $2.4 million | 6 | $37.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 8 | $50.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 26 | $45.5 million |
How to apply
Sinegal 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 Sinegal Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 16 | $1.8 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $101,000 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $40,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of King County | Program support | $500,000 |
| Friends of Costco Guild - Children's Hospital | Program support | $200,000 |
| Heritage University | Program support | $200,000 |
| Save the Children | Program support | $200,000 |
| Rwanda Girls Initiative | Program support | $152,580 |
| Seattle University | Program support | $125,000 |
| Brotherhood | Public support | $100,000 |
| San Diego City College | Program support | $100,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Program Support | $100,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Program support | $100,000 |
| ACLU | Program support | $100,000 |
| The Sisterhood Initiative | Program support | $90,000 |
| Fred Hutch Cancer Center | Program support | $75,000 |
| Carroll College | Program support | $50,000 |
| Breaking Boundaries | Program support | $50,000 |
| Partners in Health | Program support | $50,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit | Program support | $46,800 |
| Operation Warm | Program support | $40,000 |
| YWCA Seattle King Snohomish | Program support | $35,000 |
| College Success Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| YES Youth Eastside Services | Program support | $25,000 |
| Everyone for Veterans | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Friendship Circle | Program support | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Program support | $10,000 |
| Alpha Chi Omega | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet L Sinegal
- James D Sinegal
Questions people ask
Does Sinegal Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sinegal Family Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs Sinegal Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet L Sinegal (Trustee) and James D Sinegal (Trustee).
What does Sinegal Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.