Sonance Foundation
Sonance Foundation is a private foundation based in San Clemente, California. Established in 2018, it supports its local community through philanthropy and volunteer work, with a focus on education, protecting beaches and the ocean, and helping people in need.
Sonance Foundation at a glance
In short: Sonance Foundation gave $406K across 38 grants in 2025 (avg $11K), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $405,768
- +208.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 38
- +5.6% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $10,678
- +192.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,761
- Total assets
- $684,661
- -36.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (54% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated November 2026.
How to apply to Sonance Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 991 Calle Amanecer, San Clemente, CA 92673
Phone: (800) 582-7777
Website: https://www.sonancefoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Sonance Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Sistema Para El Desarollo - DIF ($137K). Together the top 10 received $339K.
Grant Size Distribution
222 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 203 grants of 222 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation describes its focus as supporting the local community around San Clemente. In 2024, 86% of grant dollars went to recipients in California; the remaining shares went to Illinois (3%), Virginia (3%), Nevada (2%), and the District of Columbia (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Sonance Foundation gives
- 42% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving fell 78% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 971% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $77K (2020) to $1.9M (2022). In 2025 it made 38 grants totaling $406K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sistema Para El Desarollo - DIF | Various projects; school building rehab, van purchased to transport patients to medical appts, dog shelter updates | $136,831 |
| Sonance Cares San Clemente, CA | Event Sponsorship - Support Boys & Girls Club | $96,521 |
| Cruz Roja Mexicana IAP | Building Infrastructure Rehab | $15,274 |
| Mission Preservation Foundation San Juan Capistrano, CA | Event Sponsorship - General Use | $15,000 |
| Pierpride San Clemente, CA | Event Sponsorship - General Use | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Western NV Carson City, NV | Event Sponsorship - General Use | $14,736 |
| SC Home Tour San Clemente, CA | Event Sponsorship + Beverage Supplies for Event | $12,500 |
| Surfrider Foundation San Clemente, CA | Event Sponship - General Use | $12,200 |
| Ranger Road Rancho Cordova, CA | Donated Product for Their Veteran's Home | $10,996 |
| Family Assistance Ministries San Clemente, CA | Event Sponsorship - General Use | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $684,661 | $58,736 | $449,029 | $405,768 | 38 | $446,517 | $29,854 | $45,989 |
| 2024 | $1,074,954 | $526,222 | $167,617 | $131,556 | 36 | $165,899 | — | $33,871 |
| 2023 | $717,706 | $617,125 | $213,753 | $180,710 | 47 | $210,738 | — | $23,188 |
| 2022 | $314,334 | $2,071,968 | $1,893,676 | $1,878,415 | 46 | $1,889,776 | — | $7,480 |
| 2021 | $136,042 | $1,633,889 | $1,631,735 | $1,617,453 | 55 | $1,628,139 | — | $6,501 |
| 2020 | $133,888 | $216,364 | $82,476 | $77,038 | 8 | — | — | $1,618 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Sonance Foundation reported a distributable amount of $46K for 2025 — 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 states that its goal is to support the local community in three areas: education, the environment, and assisting those in need. It reports donating scholarships to local schools, supporting environmental efforts, and providing resources to underprivileged people in local communities.
Its 2024 grants include support for organizations with varied missions. Family Assistance Ministries describes its work as providing food, shelter, and personalized counsel and aid to people in need in Southern Orange County. The Pet Project Foundation says it works to improve the quality of life of companion animals through compassion, responsibility, education, and service. California Youth Services describes providing education, counseling, and intervention programs for individuals and families facing substance abuse, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Elephant Cooperation says it works to protect elephants and wildlife while supporting food and education programs for children.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 36 grants totaling $131,556. Grants ranged from $157 to $30,053, with a median of $2,305. Many of its largest listed grants were described as event sponsorships or general donations. Its 2025 filing, the latest on this page, reports 38 grants totaling $405,768.
Notable 2024 grants included $30,053 to Boys & Girls Club Capistrano Valley for event sponsorship, $10,103 to Pier Pride Foundation for event sponsorship, and $10,000 each to Family Assistance Ministries and Surfrider Foundation. Other grants included $9,086 to Elephant Cooperation, $5,851 to Stallion Booster Club to support boys lacrosse at San Juan Hills High School, and $5,521 each to Pet Project Foundation and Wellness & Prevention Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ari Supran as Chief Executive Officer, Erin Foote as Secretary, Patrick McGaughan as Chief Financial Officer, and Rob Roland and Gigi Dryer as Directors.
Sonance Foundation is led by Ari Supran, Chief Executive Officer on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Ari Supran
Chief Executive Officer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gigi Dryer
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rob Roland
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erin Foote
Secretary
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Patrick McGaughan
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 Sonance Foundation
How much does Sonance Foundation give each year?
Sonance Foundation gave $406K across 38 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $132K across 36 grants.
What is Sonance Foundation's typical grant size?
Sonance Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,761, and its average grant was $10,678, across 38 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Sonance Foundation give grants?
Sonance Foundation gives mostly in California: 54% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were San Clemente, CA (16 grants) and San Juan Capistrano, CA (3 grants).
Does Sonance Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 50% of Sonance Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (19 of 38) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Sonance Foundation's largest grantees?
Sonance Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Sistema Para El Desarollo - DIF ($136,831), Sonance Cares ($96,521) and Cruz Roja Mexicana IAP ($15,274), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Sonance Foundation?
Sonance Foundation reported $685K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $447K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $46K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Sonance Foundation fund?
The foundation states that its goal is to support the local community in three areas: education, the environment, and assisting those in need. It reports donating scholarships to local schools, supporting environmental efforts, and providing resources to underprivileged people in local communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Sonance Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Sonance Foundation's EIN?
Sonance Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3805527. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Sonance Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 21, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Sonance Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/sonance-foundation-morg_5ece1e3bea924ccaaa49a9ba7c807387
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