Sanford M Gage Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sanford M Gage Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $164,255 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$164,255
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $148,067 the year before.
50% of its 2023 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 | $148,067 | 22 | $735,429 |
| 2023 | $164,255 | 18 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Sanford M Gage 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 Sanford M Gage Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $162,755 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Chamber Orchestra | Community cultural enrichment | $75,000 |
| Individual | Rehab for addicts | $53,636 |
| Individual | Supports various charitable programs | $12,500 |
| The Noise Within | Community cultural enrichment | $5,000 |
| Museique | Non profit performing art org | $5,000 |
| The Music Center | Community music enrichment | $3,500 |
| Individual | Community cultural enrichment | $3,437 |
| Concern Foundation | Cancer research | $1,500 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | Community cultural enrichment | $1,000 |
| Tower Cancern Research Foundation | Cancer research | $1,000 |
| Friends of Larc | Aid developmentally disabled adults | $500 |
| Missoula Interl School | Support capital improvements | $500 |
| Beverly Hills Theatre Guild | Supporting new playwrights and encourging new works | $250 |
| Cypress College Foundation | Meet the needs of both students and the campus | $154 |
| Individual | $103 | |
| UCLA Foundation | Support ucla educational mission | $100 |
| Points of Charity | Prevention or relief of poverty | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Sanford M Gage
- Pat Train Gage
Questions people ask
Does Sanford M Gage Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanford M Gage Foundation give?
$164,255 in tax year 2023, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sanford M Gage Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Sanford M Gage (President) and Pat Train Gage (Secretary).
What does Sanford M Gage Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and science and research.