Traditional Medicinals Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Traditional Medicinals Foundation is a private foundation in Sebastopol, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $190,354 in 61 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $46,000. 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$190,354
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$46,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,545 the year before.
75% 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 | $160,164 | 49 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $97,545 | 38 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $190,354 | 61 | $0 |
How to apply
Traditional Medicinals 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 Traditional Medicinals Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 39 | $153,162 |
| New York | 5 | $22,177 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $3,760 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Vermont | 6 | $2,655 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $700 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Bus | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $46,000 |
| Landpaths | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $25,500 |
| Oko Farms | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $20,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $10,650 |
| The Culture Conservancy | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $10,000 |
| Graton Green Group | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $10,000 |
| Food For Thought | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $5,000 |
| Upward | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $5,000 |
| ABCs for Global Health | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $5,000 |
| Sonoma County Action Network | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $5,000 |
| WomenServe | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $3,000 |
| International Biodynamic Guild | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $3,000 |
| Berkeley Herbal Center | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $3,000 |
| Herbalism Conferences LLC | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $3,000 |
| CFSCSW100 | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,600 |
| CCOF Foundation | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,500 |
| The Science of Art Herbalism | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,500 |
| Rise Up 94965 Foundation | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,000 |
| Sturgeon's Mill Restoration Project | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,000 |
| Climate Words Inc | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,000 |
| Laguna De Santa Rosa Foundation | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,000 |
| Sonoma Family Meal | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $2,000 |
| Compassion Without Borders | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,585 |
| Elite Rural Athletics | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,300 |
| North Bay Childrens Center | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Tara Firma Farms Institute | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Kitty Dolcini | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Vermont Commons School | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| AHPA Foundation for Education Resea | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Middletown-Cobb Little League | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Spoonful Herbals | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| Mill Valley Schools Community Found | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| CA 4-H Foundation | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $700 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $660 |
| Kid Scoop News | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $600 |
| Sebastopol Community Cultural Cente | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $500 |
| The Civic Standard | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $500 |
| South County Consortium Parent Teac | Non-specified grant support & org. mission | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Drake Sadler
- John Elstrott
- Nioma Sadler
- Jim Shelton
Questions people ask
Does Traditional Medicinals Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Traditional Medicinals Foundation give?
$190,354 in tax year 2024, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Traditional Medicinals Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Drake Sadler (President/Direc), John Elstrott (reas/Direc), Nioma Sadler (Secretary) and Jim Shelton (Director).
What does Traditional Medicinals Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and food and hunger.