Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,200 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,200. 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$53,200
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,200
- Assets$361
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $38,800 the year before.
53% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,450 | 12 | $1,705 |
| 2024 | $38,800 | 17 | $22,993 |
| 2025 | $53,200 | 20 | $361 |
How to apply
Sanders Tech-Ed 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 Tech-Ed Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $39,700 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $6,200 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | to support new building on Discovery campus | $5,000 |
| Residents Association of Carlsbad by the Sea Inc | Employee Fund Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Veterans Association North County | To support Annual Golf Tournament events and other special programs | $5,000 |
| Veterans Association North County | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Residents Association of Carlsbad by the Sea Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Partners in Education | Rising Stars Scholarships Fund | $2,500 |
| University of Louisville Foundation Inc | J.B. Speed School of Engineering | $2,500 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army - San Antonio | Support Flood Relief in Hill Country (especially Keer area) | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Assistance League of North Coast | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Covenant House | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| For Their Thoughts Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Soroptimist International of the Americas Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Shriners Hospital for Children | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Front Porch Communities Foundation | Heart Fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carole Ewing Sanders
- John D Sanders
- Paul D Sanders
- Elaine Sanders Goodman
Questions people ask
Does Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation give?
$53,200 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carole Ewing Sanders (Co- Pres, Dir), John D Sanders (Dir, Sec, Treas, Co- Pres), Paul D Sanders (Dir, VP) and Elaine Sanders Goodman (Dir, VP).
What does Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and veterans.