Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Paradise Valley, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.7 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $5.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.7 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$202,979
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $7.3 million the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7.3 million | 37 | $851,955 |
| 2024 | $5.7 million | 10 | $202,979 |
How to apply
Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 8 | $5.6 million |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $51,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona Foundation | Charitable | $5.0 million |
| Arizona Jewish Historical Society | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Minneapolis Foundation - the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund | Charitable | $51,000 |
| Jewish Community Association of Greater Phoenix | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Teen Lifeline | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Gootter-Jensen Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Temple Chai Association | Charitable | $6,700 |
| Starry Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Sarver
- Penny Sarver
- Max Sarver
Questions people ask
Does Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation give?
$5.7 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Sarver (President), Penny Sarver (Secretary) and Max Sarver (Director).
What does Penny and Robert Sarver Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.