Channel 7 Foundation Inc
Channel 7 Foundation Inc is a private corporate foundation established in June 2021. It operates as the charitable giving arm of Channel 7 (WSVN 7News) in Miami, serving the South Florida and Boston communities. The foundation is based in Miami Beach, Florida.
Key facts about Channel 7 Foundation Inc
- EIN
- 87-1501715
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $483,500
- Grants made (2024)
- 25
- Average grant
- $19,340
- Median grant
- $5,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 42% first-time grantees (10 of 24, 2024)
- Total assets
- $222,383
- Primary geography
- Florida (45% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The Channel 7 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Channel 7 Foundation Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Channel 7 Foundation Inc's 25 itemized 2024 grants were Florida (45%), Georgia (31%) and Massachusetts (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Lauderdale, FL (6 grants), Miami, FL (5 grants), Tampa, GA (2 grants) and Coral Gables, FL (2 grants). None of its 25 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support Entity's Programs" (4 grants) and "Donation" (3 grants).
Is Channel 7 Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
42%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 10 of 24 grantees (42%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $31K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 58% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2022–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$222K
-2.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$484K
+20.3% YoY
Grant Count
25
+56.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
-23.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Channel 7 Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $15K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to improve the lives of youth and families, primarily in the South Florida and Boston communities, through support of not-for-profit charitable organizations.
Key funding areas include:
- Education and youth enrichment
- Social and economic mobility
- Arts and culture
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$8,000
How to Apply
**
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports organizations in:
- South Florida: Miami-Dade and Broward counties
- Boston area
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 25 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Giving (2023):
- Total assets: $227,000
- Total giving: $402,000
- Giving rate: Greater than 100% of assets
Historical Comparison (2022):
- Total assets: $149,000
- Total giving: $335,000
- Number of grants: 17
- Median grant: $5,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $222,383 | $226,993 | $148,662 |
| Revenue | $500,055 | $500,247 | $500,642 |
| Expenses | $504,665 | $421,916 | $351,980 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $503,765 | $421,909 | $351,808 |
| Net Investment Income | — | $247 | $470 |
| Distributable Amount | $15,057 | $5,706 | $5,223 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
58 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include American Cancer Society Inc ($150,000 across 2 grants), Dolphins Cycling Challenge Inc ($100,000), Project Bread-the Walk for Hunger Inc ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC Tampa, GA | MSABC BOSTON | $125,000 |
| DOLPHINS CYCLING CHALLENGE INC Miami Gardens, FL | 23 DOLPHINS CHALLENGE CANCER | $100,000 |
| PROJECT BREAD-THE WALK FOR HUNGER INC East Boston, MA | SUPPORT ENTITY'S PROGRAMS | $100,000 |
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC Tampa, GA | GUS MACHADO DONATION | $25,000 |
| MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE Fort Lauderdale, FL | SUPPORT ENTITY'S PROGRAMS | $20,000 |
| MAKE A WISH SOUTHERN FLORIDA Miami, FL | ADOPT A WISH DONATION | $15,000 |
| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BROWARD COUNTY Fort Lauderdale, FL | BIG FUTURES PROJECT | $12,500 |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Fort Lauderdale, FL | '23 BROWARD HEART WALK | $10,000 |
| FEEDING SOUTH FLORIDA Pembroke Park, FL | GALA DONATION | $10,000 |
| GUITARS OVER GUNS Miami, FL | DONATION | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is governed by three trustees:
- Andrew Ansin – CEO of Sunbeam Television Corporation
- James Ansin – Co-President of Sunbeam Television Corporation
- Robin Reiter-Faragalli – Secretary/Treasurer of the Foundation; described as a respected family/foundation advisor
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew L Ansin | Co-President | 1.5 | — |
| James L Ansin | Co-President | 1.5 | — |
| Robin Reiter-Faragalli | Secretary | 1.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been active in supporting community initiatives, including:
Support for the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, which held its 15th annual event
Donations to assist North Bay Village residents of a condo deemed unsafe
Support for the Ed Ansin Best Buddies Friendship Walk at loanDepot Park
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Channel 7 Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation's mission is to improve the lives of youth and families, primarily in the South Florida and Boston communities, through support of not-for-profit charitable organizations. Key funding areas include: • Education and youth enrichment • Social and economic mobility • Arts and culture
How do I apply for a grant from Channel 7 Foundation Inc?
The Channel 7 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Channel 7 Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation primarily supports organizations in: • **South Florida:** Miami-Dade and Broward counties • **Boston area**
What size grants does Channel 7 Foundation Inc award?
In 2024, Channel 7 Foundation Inc awarded 25 grants totaling $484K — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Channel 7 Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Channel 7 Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $15K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Channel 7 Foundation Inc's EIN?
Channel 7 Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1501715. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does Channel 7 Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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