Arvin Sango Foundation
Accepts applications
Arvin Sango Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $183,885 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $29,300. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$183,885
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$29,300
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $244,016 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 | $140,919 | 23 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $244,016 | 28 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $183,885 | 43 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jennifer Ehlers Arvin Sango Foundation Inc, 2905 Wilson Ave, Madison, IN 47250 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (812) 273-8179 |
| What to submit | Request for contributions should contain the amount, the purpose of the gift, what it will be used for, the date the contribution is needed, and the tax-exempt status or number if available |
| Deadlines | Requests in writing are accepted at any time; reply usually follows within two months |
| Restrictions | As a steward of funds derived principally from business operations of a corporation, the arvin sango foundation believes that giving should relate to causes consistent with the company's interests and objectives. Accordingly, the foundation has focused its giving to specific objectives: education and training, united way agencies, youth organizations, hospitals, medical centers, organizations for disease research and control, police and fire departments, various service-providing organizations, and the arts and sciences. |
What Arvin Sango Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 41 | $182,385 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson Co | Sponsor | $29,300 |
| Madison Consolidated Schools | Sponsor | $20,000 |
| City of Madison | Sponsor | $15,000 |
| Jefferson County United Way | Pledge | $12,525 |
| Heart House Inc | Sponsor | $12,500 |
| Ivy Tech Foundation | Sponsor | $10,000 |
| Jefferson County 4-H | Sponsor | $8,411 |
| Madison Mainstreet Program | Sponsor | $6,825 |
| Jefferson Co Public Library | Sponsor | $6,250 |
| Bree's Blessings | Sponsor | $6,000 |
| Madison Township Volunteer Fire Co | Sponsor | $6,000 |
| Salvation Army | Sponsor | $5,725 |
| Freedom Center | Sponsor | $5,500 |
| Our Hospice of Jennings County | Sponsor | $5,000 |
| Sagamore Institute | Sponsor | $5,000 |
| Madison Chautauqua | Sponsor | $3,000 |
| South Ripley Comm School Corp | Sponsor | $2,600 |
| Casa of Jefferson County | Sponsor | $2,500 |
| Madison Area Arts Alliance | Sponsor | $2,500 |
| Switzerland County Fair | Sponsor | $2,100 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Sponsor | $2,000 |
| Madison Area Chamber of Commerce | Sponsor | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of Madison | Sponsor | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Sponsor | $1,000 |
| Jefferson County Youth Shelter | Sponsor | $1,000 |
| Madison Consolidated High School Athletic Department | Sponsor | $1,000 |
| River Valley Resources | Sponsor | $1,000 |
| Safe Passage | Sponsor | $1,000 |
| Deputy Elementary | Sponsor | $999 |
| Hanover Parks Department | Sponsor | $900 |
| Girls Inc | Sponsor | $600 |
| Kindness Group | Sponsor | $500 |
| Recovery Cafe Madison | Sponsor | $500 |
| Southeastern Career Center | Sponsor | $500 |
| Southwestern School Corp | Sponsor | $500 |
| The Berry Center | Sponsor | $500 |
| Hoosier Trails Inc | Grant | $350 |
| River City Jaguars | Sponsor | $350 |
| Madison Junior High School | Sponsor | $250 |
| Canes Midwest Versailles | Sponsor | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Hubbard
- Tracie Richards
- Sandy Sailer
- Dan Grady
- Amy Messer
- Jennifer Ehlers
Questions people ask
Does Arvin Sango Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Requests in writing are accepted at any time; reply usually follows within two months.
How much does Arvin Sango Foundation give?
$183,885 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Arvin Sango Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Hubbard (President), Tracie Richards (Board Member), Sandy Sailer (Board Member) and Dan Grady (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Arvin Sango Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.