The Sonnie Foundation
Invitation OnlyBethesda, Maryland · EIN 82-6351100 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$21K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
From the return
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
60% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Stars Foundation | Winter Park, CO | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Los Angeles, CA | Gemneral purpose | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | New York, NY | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Jewish Social Services Agency | Rockville, MD | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Montgomery & Prince Georges Hospice | Rockville, MD | General putrpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 3 |
| 2023 | $36,800 | 7 |
| 2021 | $9,016 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641739349100504
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-6351100
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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