Philip D Sokol Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Diego, California · EIN 83-0580692 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scripps Foundation | San Diego, CA | General Support | $80,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | San Diego, CA | General Support | $50,000 |
| San Diego Justice Foundation | San Diego, CA | General Support | $40,000 |
| Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | San Diego, CA | General Support | $25,000 |
| San Diego County Office of Educatio | San Diego, CA | General Support | $15,000 |
| Center for Community Solutions | San Diego, CA | General Support | $15,000 |
| High Tech High Foundation | San Diego, CA | General Support | $5,000 |
The return also lists 8 grants to individuals ($125,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $355,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $241,750 | 10 |
| 2023 | $60,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640999349101314
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-0580692
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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