Sidley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sidley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $217,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$217,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $142,000 | 5 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 7 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $217,500 | 16 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Sidley 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 Sidley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $65,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $12,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Associat | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Center for American Progress | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Resource Center | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Mazon Inc A Jewish Response to Hunger | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Studies | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Los Angeles Fire Relief Efforts | $10,000 |
| KCRW Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Eaton Fire Relief and Reovery Fund | $10,000 |
| Community Agricultural and Nutritional Enterprises | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Public Media Group of Southern California | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ross Valley Children for Change | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Roaring Fork Public Radio Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ally Sidley
- Jane Sidley
- Michael Sidley
- Wendy Sidley
Questions people ask
Does Sidley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sidley Family Foundation give?
$217,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sidley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ally Sidley (Dir), Jane Sidley (Dir), Michael Sidley (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Wendy Sidley (Dir).
What does Sidley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and community development.