Sands Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sands Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,106 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $49,796. 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$68,106
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$49,796
- Assets$805,112
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $148,792 the year before.
54% 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 | $71,650 | 19 | $797,111 |
| 2024 | $148,792 | 14 | $747,264 |
| 2025 | $68,106 | 13 | $805,112 |
How to apply
Sands 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 Sands Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $51,046 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $2,010 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $1,550 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williams College | Veterans Scholars FundStatement Reporting Distribution of Property at Fair Market ValueDate of Distribution Feb 7, 2025Description of Property 670 shares iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETFBook Value of property $45,645 - Cost acquired by FoundationFair Market Value $49,796 - Value of Publically Traded Security | $49,796 |
| Penfed Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Good Shepherd Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Emmanual Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | General fund | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Indian River County | General fund | $510 |
| Dana Farber Institute | General fund | $500 |
| Vero Beach Dog Park | General fund | $500 |
| Trustees of Columbia College | General fund | $500 |
| Deerfield Acadamy | General fund | $500 |
| Garden Club of Dublin | General fund | $300 |
| The Walden School | General fund | $250 |
| Tenacity | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- O Jackson Sands III
Questions people ask
Does Sands Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sands Family Foundation give?
$68,106 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Sands Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists O Jackson Sands III (Trustee).
What does Sands Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.