Sandnes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sandnes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Clarita, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $89,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $45,000. 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$89,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $91,800 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $500,500 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $91,800 | 3 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $89,500 | 6 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Sandnes Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $89,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley | Charitable contribution | $45,000 |
| Carousel Ranch | Charitable contribution | $32,000 |
| College of the Canyons Foundation | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Canyon Theatre Guild | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Bridge to Home | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Sandnes
- Marian Sandnes
Questions people ask
Does Sandnes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sandnes Family Foundation give?
$89,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs Sandnes Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Sandnes (President) and Marian Sandnes (Secretary).