Sankey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sankey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $908,803 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,750 and the largest $602,303. 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$908,803
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,750
- Largest grant$602,303
- Assets$37.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 11 | $32.6 million |
| 2024 | $908,803 | 8 | $37.2 million |
How to apply
Sankey 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.
What Sankey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California. It also paid $21,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $602,303 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Assist International | Program support | $602,303 |
| Christ Community Chapel | Program support | $200,000 |
| Remember the Children | Program support | $30,000 |
| AIDS Orphans Education Trust (Aoet) Uganda | Care of orphaned children | $21,500 |
| Cornerstone Christian Academy | Program support | $20,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) | Program support | $15,000 |
| Teach for America Inc North Carolina | Program support | $10,000 |
| New City Church | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James K Sankey Dec'd 842024
- Beth Sankey
- Alan J Tobin
Questions people ask
Does Sankey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sankey Family Foundation give?
$908,803 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,750.
Who runs Sankey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James K Sankey Dec'd 842024 (President), Beth Sankey (President) and Alan J Tobin (Secretary).
What does Sankey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, youth programs and education.