Sanders Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sanders Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hot Springs, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,100 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$12,100
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$328,283
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,600 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $40,000 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $51,074 |
| 2024 | $10,600 | 6 | $235,989 |
| 2025 | $12,100 | 8 | $328,283 |
How to apply
Sanders 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 Sanders Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 8 | $12,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hope Movement | Help women break chemical dependency | $3,000 |
| St Johns Catholic School | Scholarship to catholic school | $3,000 |
| National Park College Foundation | Hvac scholarship | $1,600 |
| Cooper Anthony Clinic | Child abuse help | $1,000 |
| The Call | Foster placement | $1,000 |
| ANCHORED619 | Anchored in hope respite care | $1,000 |
| Mid-America Science Museum | Provide interactive experiences | $1,000 |
| Literacy Council of the Ouachitas | Provide free tutoring to adults | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Sanders
- Donna Sanders
Questions people ask
Does Sanders Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanders Charitable Foundation give?
$12,100 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sanders Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Sanders (President) and Donna Sanders (Director).
What does Sanders Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.