Bernard G and Rhoda G Sarnat Family Foundation-Gerard Sarnat
Invitation OnlyCarlsbad, California · EIN 20-1004478 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$10.6M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$228,200
Total assets$5.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $1,900,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protect Democracy Project | Washington, DC | To prevent democratic decline into authoritarianism. | $8,325,000 |
| Jewish Community Federation | San Francisco, CA | To support Jewish education & continuity | $1,900,000 |
| New Israel Fund | New York, NY | Supports Israeli social change | $228,200 |
| Open Medicine Foundation | Agoura Hills, CA | To support collaborative research to treat chronic complex diseases. | $100,000 |
| Style Her Empowered Inc | Boise, ID | Supports education and employment for girls in Africa | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,603,200 | 5 |
| 2023 | $717,000 | 5 |
| 2022 | $1,730,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641319349104864
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1004478
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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