The Selander Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Selander Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2023 it gave $5.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $242,500 and the largest $3.9 million. 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$5.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$242,500
- Largest grant$3.9 million
- Assets$42.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2023 was down from $5.9 million the year before.
38% of its 2023 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 | $5.9 million | 13 | $44.2 million |
| 2023 | $5.1 million | 8 | $42.7 million |
How to apply
The Selander 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 The Selander Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $4.3 million |
| Connecticut | 5 | $507,500 |
| California | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | Educational purposes | $3.9 million |
| Doctors Without Borders | Health purposes | $400,000 |
| Americares | Health purposes | $300,000 |
| Promises 2 Kids | Social purposes | $300,000 |
| Family Centers | Social purposes | $185,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | Health purposes | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Social purposes | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich | Social purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Selander
- Nancy Cross Selander
- Crosby Selander
- Russell Selander
- Tracey Kay Lundgren
- Jessica Anne Lundgren
- Colleen Selander
- Kari Selander
Questions people ask
Does The Selander Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Selander Foundation give?
$5.1 million in tax year 2023, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $242,500.
Who runs The Selander Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Robert W Selander (Chairman/As Req'd), Nancy Cross Selander (President/As Req'd), Crosby Selander (Trustee/As Req'd) and Russell Selander (Trustee/As Req'd) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Selander Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and food and hunger.