Socius Foundation
Socius Foundation is a private foundation based in San Francisco, California. Established in 2014, it says it works to support the sustainability of nonprofit organizations serving communities through grants and volunteerism.
Socius Foundation at a glance
In short: Socius Foundation gave $88K across 18 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), top state Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $88,000
- +340.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 18
- +1700.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,889
- -75.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $34,503
- -54.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (32% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Socius Foundation
- Invitation Only
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The website says nominations are by invitation only. The 2024 filing directs applicants to contact a director and submit materials electronically.
- Review Cycle
- Various, according to the 2024 filing.
- Deadline
- Various, according to the 2024 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Patrick E Hanley
Mailing address: 2929 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Phone: (415) 796-0601
Email: phanley@sociusfoundation.org
Website: https://www.sociusfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Socius Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Maryville Inc ($5K). Together the top 10 received $50K.
Grant Size Distribution
246 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 246 grants of 246 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in San Francisco. Its 2024 grants went to organizations in multiple states; the largest shares of grant dollars went to Florida (32%), Illinois (17%), Alabama (11%), New Jersey (6%), and California (6%). The website lists California, Illinois, Florida, and Alabama as states from which it welcomes donations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Socius Foundation gives
- Giving fell 31% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2023) to $173K (2022). In 2024 it made 18 grants totaling $88K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryville Inc Voorhees, NJ | 2024 grant to organization dedicated to treatment of substance abuse | $5,000 |
| Pacific Clinics Campbell, CA | 2024 Grant for Non-Profit Social Service Agency | $5,000 |
| El Valor Chicago, IL | 2024 grant to support children and adults with disabilities | $5,000 |
| Reaumond Foundation Chicago, IL | 2024 grant to support those faced with pancreatic cancer | $5,000 |
| Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Tampa, FL | 2024 grant to support individuals and families cope with trauma of sexual assault | $5,000 |
| World Relief Carol Stream, IL | 2024 Grant to Support Christian Humanitarian Organization | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Family Support Omaha, NE | 2024 grant to support families of those who have been wounded or killed during combat operations | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor-Alabama Chapter Birmingham, AL | 2024 grant to support scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen military and first responders | $5,000 |
| Crippled Children Foundationmmgbc Birmingham, AL | 2024 grant to support the children's hospital of Alabama | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Tampa, FL | 2024 grant to support efforts to seek a cure for those affected by cystic fibrosis | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34,503 | $56,549 | $97,939 | $88,000 | 18 | $88,000 | $3,924 |
| 2023 | $75,893 | $55,244 | $29,032 | $20,000 | 1 | $20,000 | $8,308 |
| 2022 | $203,681 | $197,211 | $180,678 | $173,000 | 77 | $173,000 | $8,308 |
| 2021 | $148,648 | $145,845 | $129,070 | $126,872 | 74 | $126,872 | $5,938 |
| 2020 | $125,841 | $107,340 | $145,440 | $141,301 | 76 | — | $6,844 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Socius Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says it seeks to help sustain nonprofits serving communities. Its website lists support areas including animal rescue; community programs; domestic violence and child abuse protection; family services; food banks and kitchens; homeless shelters and housing; hospice; job education and training; medical treatment and research; mental and physical disability programs; military veterans services; natural disaster relief and emergency services; parks and environmental programs; programs for the aging; sports programs; and youth education and development.
Its 2024 grants included organizations with varied missions. For example, Florida Resurrection House describes its mission as sheltering families in need and helping homeless families rebuild their lives. El Valor says it educates children and supports people with disabilities and their families. Maryville describes providing drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring treatment services. These are the grantees’ stated missions.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 18 grants totaling $88,000. Grants ranged from $3,000 to $5,000, with a median of $5,000. Examples of $5,000 grants include Maryville Inc. for substance-abuse treatment, Pacific Clinics for a nonprofit social-service agency, El Valor to support children and adults with disabilities, and Florida Resurrection House to provide a safe and secure environment for displaced families.
The foundation’s website says grant nominations are by invitation only. Its 2024 filing states that applicants should contact Patrick E Hanley and submit materials electronically by contacting a director. The filing lists award restrictions of $2,500–$9,999 and deadlines as “various.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Paul Lefcourt as chairman, Patrick E Hanley, F Michael Heffernan, Kym Hadzick, Matt Rettig, and Scott Culler as directors, Milly Hanley as executive director, and Jennifer Van Dyne as treasurer.
Socius Foundation is led by Milly Hanley, Executive Director on every filing since 2022; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Milly Hanley
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Lefcourt
Chairman
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
F. Michael Heffernan
Director
Director → Member, 2022
Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patrick E. Hanley Sr.
Director
Chairman → Member, 2022
Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Culler
Director
Director → Member, 2022
Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kym Hadzick
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Rettig
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Van Dyne
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Hazick Kym (2022–2023) — Member
- Former: Matthew Retting (2022–2023) — Member
- Former: Greg Buonocore (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Steve Dyson (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Socius Foundation
How much does Socius Foundation give each year?
Socius Foundation gave $88K across 18 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $20K across 1 grant.
What is Socius Foundation's typical grant size?
Socius Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $4,889, across 18 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Socius Foundation give grants?
Socius Foundation's top state is Florida, with 32% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Illinois (17%) and Alabama (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (2 grants), Tampa, FL (2 grants), Birmingham, AL (2 grants) and St Petersburg, FL (2 grants).
Does Socius Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Socius Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Socius Foundation's largest grantees?
Socius Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Maryville Inc ($5,000), Pacific Clinics ($5,000) and El Valor ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 17% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Socius Foundation?
Socius Foundation reported $35K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $88K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Socius Foundation fund?
The foundation says it seeks to help sustain nonprofits serving communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Socius Foundation?
The website says nominations are by invitation only. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Socius Foundation's EIN?
Socius Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3951294. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Socius Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/socius-foundation-morg_eebb7c3887934f3eae61b3a94316e7e3
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