Sharp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sharp Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,225 in 61 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$145,225
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $161,200 the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $590,815 | 77 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $161,200 | 50 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $145,225 | 61 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Sharp 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 Sharp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 14 | $47,450 |
| Florida | 10 | $43,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $16,725 |
| Maryland | 9 | $16,200 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Odessa Foundation | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $15,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation Inc | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $10,500 |
| Community Education Building | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $10,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grande | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $10,000 |
| Irvine Natural Science Center | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $10,000 |
| The Island School | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $10,000 |
| St Georges School | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $8,500 |
| Tower Hill | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $5,250 |
| North Carolina Veterinary Medical Foundation | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $5,000 |
| Sicangu Community Development | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $5,000 |
| Synergy Houses | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $5,000 |
| The Voyage Foundation | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $5,000 |
| Caring Hearts for Canines | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $3,500 |
| Stroud Water Research Center | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $3,000 |
| Delaware Wild Lands Inc | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,250 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| Coeur Academy | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| Gicia | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| Historical Society of Boca Grande | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| KVFD | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| The Johann Fust Library Foundation | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $2,000 |
| Hagley Museum & Library | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,500 |
| Heather's Way | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,500 |
| Lending Paws A Hand | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,500 |
| Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,300 |
| Eleutherian Mills Residence | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,250 |
| American Red Cross Delaware Valley Chapter | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,200 |
| Christiana Care Hospital System | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| Fair Hill International | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| Health Care for the Homeless | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| Johns Hopkins | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| Plantation Field International | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| PO Mar Lin Fire Company | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| United Way of Southern Chester County | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| University of Delaware | Marine science research vessel fund | $1,000 |
| Uset Foundation Inc | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $1,000 |
| Boca Grande Fire Department | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $500 |
| Buddies for Life | Assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $500 |
| Chesapeake City Fire Co | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $500 |
| Desoto County Fire Rescue | To assist with financial help in their non-profit needs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- H Rodney Sharp III
- H Donnan Sharp
- William M W Sharp
Questions people ask
Does Sharp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sharp Foundation give?
$145,225 in tax year 2025, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sharp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists H Rodney Sharp III (President, Trustee), H Donnan Sharp (Vice President, Trustee) and William M W Sharp (Treasurer, Trustee).
What does Sharp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.