The Sear Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sear Foundation is a private foundation in Palm City, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,700 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $33,000. 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$91,700
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,500 the year before.
31% 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 | $32,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $65,500 | 10 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $91,700 | 13 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Sear 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $33,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $11,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $11,200 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $8,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General | $33,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General | $12,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Victory Junction | General | $5,000 |
| Doberman Rescue League | General | $4,000 |
| Dogs for Life | General | $4,000 |
| The Lyric Theater | General | $2,500 |
| Spikes K-9 Fund | General | $1,500 |
| Homes for Troops Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Martin County Board of County Commissioners | General | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Cristina Sear
- David Sear
Questions people ask
Does The Sear Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sear Foundation give?
$91,700 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Sear Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cristina Sear (Officer) and David Sear (Officer).