Sanborn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sanborn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hobe Sound, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $455,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$455,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $412,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $356,500 | 28 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $412,000 | 28 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $455,000 | 41 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
Sanborn 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 Sanborn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 24 | $217,000 |
| Illinois | 5 | $160,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $43,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Loblolly Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Barnstable Land Trust | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Josephinum Academy | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Education Fndtn Martin County | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Florida State Fraternal Order of PO | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Martin City | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Indian River State College | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Maltz Theater | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Molly's House | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Martin County Pal | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Project Lift | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Treasure Coast Wildlife Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Pius Church and School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Gift of Adoption | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Library of Martin County | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hyannis Yacht Club Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Solace Friends | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cape Cod YMCA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Saint Christopher Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Furry Friends | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hobe Sound Nature Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Norton Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Tales of Cape Cod | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lyric Theater | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Barnstable Comedy Club | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cape Art Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise Sanborn
- Robert Sanborn
Questions people ask
Does Sanborn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanborn Family Foundation give?
$455,000 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sanborn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louise Sanborn (Director) and Robert Sanborn (Director).
What does Sanborn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.