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Sabrina Merage Foundation is a private corporation based in ENGLEWOOD, CO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2008. The principal officer is David Merage. It holds total assets of $15.5M. Annual income is reported at $10.6M. Total assets have grown from $1.8M in 2010 to $5.5M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. To spark inclusivity between diverse cultures through education, collaboration, and social venture partnerships, creating grassroots social movements that achieve tangible change and shift dialogue toward inclusivity and solidarity. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in United States and Israel. According to available records, Sabrina Merage Foundation has made 18 grants totaling $488K, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $49K in 2021 to $239K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $255 to $100K, with an average award of $27K. The foundation has supported 15 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, California, New York, which account for 72% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$18K
Largest Grant
$120K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Investing in leaders who create collaborative communities
Supporting social change-makers building bridges across diverse societies
Promoting gender equality and elevating women as leaders and innovators
To spark inclusivity between diverse cultures through education, collaboration, and social venture partnerships, creating grassroots social movements that achieve tangible change and shift dialogue toward inclusivity and solidarity. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 18 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA, CA, NY.
Sabrina Merage Foundation has distributed a total of $488K across 18 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $27K. Individual grants have ranged from $255 to $100K.
Sabrina Merage Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Sabrina Merage Foundation is headquartered in ENGLEWOOD, CO. While based in CO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabrina Merage | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Laura Merage | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David Merage | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$461K
Total Assets
$5.5M
Fair Market Value
$8.3M
Net Worth
$5.5M
Grants Paid
$239K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$477K
Distribution Amount
$383K
Total: N/A
Total Grants
18
Total Giving
$488K
Average Grant
$27K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
15
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Foundation IncGeneral Operations | New York, NY | $7K | 2021 |
| Lowland Kids Films LlcDocumentary funding | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Sugarcane Film LlcDocumentary funding | Minneapolis, MN | $75K | 2023 |
| Jewish ColoradoGeneral Operations | Denver, CO | $50K | 2023 |
| Sundance InstituteGeneral Operations | Park City, UT | $35K | 2023 |
| Club Q Tribute FundraiserGeneral operations | Colorado Springs, CO | $3K | 2023 |
| Visonary WomenGeneral Operations | Beverly Hills, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Concern FoundationGeneral operations | Los Angeles, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| Lemonada Media IncSee attached expenditure responsibility statement | Placentia, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| National Philanthropic TrustDonor Advised Fund. | Jenkintown, PA | $70K | 2022 |
| World'S Jewish MuseumGeneral Operations | Manhattan, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| Briana Kupfer FoundationGeneral Operations | Pacific Palisades, CA | $500 | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Council Of GreateGeneral Operations | Los Angeles, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Broadway Caresequity Fights Aids InGeneral Operations | New York, NY | $300 | 2021 |
| Moishe HouseGeneral Operations | Encinitas, CA | $255 | 2021 |