The Sands Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sands Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Delray Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.0 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.9 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10.0 million
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.9 million
- Assets$301 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $15.5 million the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $15.5 million | 51 | $281 million |
| 2024 | $10.0 million | 55 | $301 million |
How to apply
The Sands Family Foundation Inc 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 The Sands Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 40 | $8.7 million |
| Florida | 5 | $366,800 |
| Virginia | 3 | $342,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $256,000 |
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Area Community Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $2.9 million |
| Rochester Regional Health | Unrestricted program use | $1.2 million |
| Greater Rochester of Commerce Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $650,000 |
| University of Rochester | Unrestricted program use | $570,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | Unrestricted program use | $500,000 |
| Canandaigua Area Development Corporation | Unrestricted program use | $470,448 |
| Sound Future Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $337,500 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $325,000 |
| Finger Lakes Community College Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $300,000 |
| Equation Campaign and Global Climate Legal Defense | Unrestricted program use | $250,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester | Unrestricted program use | $250,000 |
| Pace University | Unrestricted program use | $237,000 |
| Education Success Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $215,000 |
| The Harley School Fund | For support of winslow natural playground and endowment fund to support faculty compensation | $201,250 |
| Hunger Free Colorado | Unrestricted program use | $150,000 |
| Mercy Flight Central | Unrestricted program use | $150,000 |
| The Family Health Centers at NYU Langone | Unrestricted program use | $142,501 |
| Foodlink Inc | Unrestricted program use | $125,000 |
| Glynwood Center | Unrestricted program use | $125,000 |
| Intervol | Unrestricted program use | $125,000 |
| The Growhaus | Unrestricted program use | $106,000 |
| Fort Hill Performing Arts Center | Unrestricted program use | $100,000 |
| Skidmore College | For support of career center, center for integrated sciences, and annual fund | $100,000 |
| The People's Pantry | Unrestricted program use | $75,000 |
| New York Kitchen | Unrestricted program use | $52,500 |
| Spring Street Climate Fund | Unrestricted program use | $50,000 |
| Artisanworks & Events Inc | Unrestricted program use | $25,000 |
| Canandaigua Lake Watershed Council | Unrestricted program use | $25,000 |
| Milagro Foundation Inc | Unrestricted program use | $25,000 |
| The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp | Unrestricted program use | $25,000 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Unrestricted program use | $20,000 |
| Creo Syndicate | Unrestricted program use | $18,000 |
| Family Equality | Unrestricted program use | $10,000 |
| Generation W | Unrestricted program use | $10,000 |
| The Bronxville School Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $10,000 |
| Vertus Charter High School | Unrestricted program use | $10,000 |
| Canandaigua Lake Chamber Music Festival (Chamberfest Canandaigua) | Unrestricted program use | $5,000 |
| Child Rescue Coalition | Unrestricted program use | $5,000 |
| Divided Sky Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $5,000 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Unrestricted program use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Sands
- Richard Sands
- Ginny Clark
- Jennifer Garsin
- Meghan Schubmehl
Questions people ask
Does The Sands Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sands Family Foundation Inc give?
$10.0 million in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Sands Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Sands (President), Richard Sands (Vice President), Ginny Clark (Executive Director) and Jennifer Garsin (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sands Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and education.