The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Boca Raton, Florida. It supports charitable organizations through grants; its 2025 grants included recipients in several states and organizations working in areas such as animal rescue, children’s services, and community support.
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc gave $240K across 14 grants in 2025 (avg $17K), mostly in Florida. 21% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $240,000
- +2.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 14
- +27.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $17,143
- -19.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $17,500
- Total assets
- $2,326,109
- -1.2% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 21% first-time grantees (3 of 14, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Florida (54% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4400 N Federal Hwy 210, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Phone: (954) 520-6999
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was National Tay-Sachs Allied Diseases ($30K). Together the top 10 received $210K.
Grant Size Distribution
51 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 51 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida (54%), Pennsylvania (12%), Georgia (10%), Alaska (10%), and Illinois (8%). The listed grants also included recipients in Arizona. These figures describe the locations of 2025 grant recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
21%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 14 grantees (21%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $20K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $20K repeat.
- 71% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+1%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 151% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). 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 $133K (2023) to $366K (2020). In 2025 it made 14 grants totaling $240K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Tay-Sachs Allied Diseases Jenkintown, PA | Operating Expenses | $30,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Childrens Hospital Hollywood, FL | Operating Expenses | $25,000 |
| Barkville Dog Rescue Roswell, GA | Operating Expenses | $25,000 |
| Dezzys Second Chance Animal Rescue Delray Beach, FL | Operating Expenses | $25,000 |
| Adventure for Ava Anchorage, AK | Operating Expenses | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of Broward C Davie, FL | Operating Expenses | $20,000 |
| Easterseals Chicago, IL | Operating Expenses | $20,000 |
| Sweet Dream Makers Boca Raton, FL | Operating Expenses | $15,000 |
| High 5 Baskteball Boca Raton, FL | Operating Expenses | $15,000 |
| Make-a-Wish Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Operating Expenses | $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 | $2,326,109 | $345,939 | $373,743 | $240,000 | 14 | $240,000 | $212,196 | $158,521 |
| 2024 | $2,353,913 | $26,569 | $368,709 | $235,000 | 11 | $235,000 | — | $160,036 |
| 2023 | $2,696,053 | $120,392 | $236,212 | $132,809 | 9 | $132,809 | $16,989 | $161,834 |
| 2022 | $2,811,873 | $90,416 | $345,065 | $238,657 | 10 | $238,657 | — | — |
| 2021 | $3,116,326 | $112,235 | $304,560 | $197,313 | 7 | — | $4,988 | $190,553 |
| 2020 | $3,308,651 | $210,997 | $467,393 | $365,907 | 6 | — | $20,221 | $188,847 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $159K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants include support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Dezzys Second Chance Animal Rescue says it rescues dogs and cats, helps them get healthy, and finds them permanent homes. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital says it funds hospital equipment, programs, services, and educational, recreational, and therapeutic programs for patients and families. Sweet Dream Makers says it provides beds, bedding, and essential furniture to children and families in need.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $240,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $30,000, with a median of $17,500. Notable awards included $30,000 to National Tay-Sachs Allied Diseases; $25,000 each to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Barkville Dog Rescue, Dezzys Second Chance Animal Rescue, and Adventure for Ava; and $20,000 each to Jewish Family Services of Broward County and Easterseals. The filing lists operating expenses as the purpose for these grants.
The grantees’ descriptions provide additional context for their work: Barkville Dog Rescue says it rescues dogs and provides sanctuary, veterinary care, and training before adoption; Dezzys Second Chance Animal Rescue describes its work with dogs and cats; and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital describes support for patient and family programs and hospital services.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Monica M Gettleman as President, James P Drago as Secretary, and Ryan S Ratner as Treasurer.
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc is led by Monica M. Gettleman, President on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Monica M. Gettleman
President
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$25K (2020) → $35K (2025)
James P. Drago
Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$25K (2020) → $35K (2025)
Ryan S. Ratner
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$25K (2020) → $35K (2025)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $35K, to Monica M Gettleman (President). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc
How much does The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc give each year?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc gave $240K across 14 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $235K across 11 grants.
What is The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $17,500, and its average grant was $17,143, across 14 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc that year got $8K on average.
Where does The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc give grants?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 54% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (13%) and Georgia (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boca Raton, FL (2 grants).
Does The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (14 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include National Tay-Sachs Allied Diseases ($30,000), Joe Dimaggio Childrens Hospital ($25,000) and Barkville Dog Rescue ($25,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc reported $2.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $240K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $159K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants include support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Dezzys Second Chance Animal Rescue says it rescues dogs and cats, helps them get healthy, and finds them permanent homes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it 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 The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1560671. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Sid Pashelinsky Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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