Sadler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sadler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $314,440 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $199,440. 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$314,440
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$199,440
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $99,686 the year before.
17% 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 | $91,000 | 12 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $99,686 | 12 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $314,440 | 13 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Sadler 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 Sadler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $219,440 |
| New York | 7 | $71,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington & Lee University | Educational | $199,440 |
| Roswell Park Alliance Foundation | Medical | $20,000 |
| United Way of Erie County | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Washington & Lee University | Educational | $20,000 |
| Buffalo Museum of Science | Scientific/educational | $10,000 |
| Boulder Country Day School | Educational | $10,000 |
| Groton School | Educational | $10,000 |
| Charleston Day School | Educational | $5,000 |
| Canisius University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Caves Valley Golf Club Foundation | General donation | $5,000 |
| Berkeley Carroll School | Educational | $4,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Educational | $4,000 |
| Prospect Park Alliance | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Sadler Jr
- Elizabeth Robinson Coffin
- Elizabeth M Cryan
- Catherine T Seaman
- Trelsie Sadler Cople
Questions people ask
Does Sadler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sadler Family Foundation give?
$314,440 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sadler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert E Sadler Jr (Trustee), Elizabeth Robinson Coffin (Trustee), Elizabeth M Cryan (Trustee) and Catherine T Seaman (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Sadler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.