Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc is a private foundation in Jasper, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,645 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $189,695. 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$260,645
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$189,695
- Assets$192 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.3 million the year before.
78% 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 | $10.3 million | 6 | $157 million |
| 2024 | $260,645 | 9 | $192 million |
How to apply
Sanda Hills Equine Center 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 Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $192,695 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $4,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $3,950 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missionaries of the Holy Family | To provide basic human needs including clean water, food, shelter, and education | $189,695 |
| Saddlebred Rescue Inc | Save horses from slaughter and support re-homing programs | $50,000 |
| Daughters of Mary of Nazareth | To provide basic human needs, including food, shelter, education, and to support the spiritual works of mercy | $5,000 |
| Lifesitenewscom Inc | To support an internet news service dedicated to issue of life, family, and religious topics | $5,000 |
| Sisters in Jesus the Lord | To support programs caring for families in need, including orphans and street children | $3,000 |
| Vanderburgh Humane Society | Support animal rescue, adoption, and welfare | $2,000 |
| Dubois County Humane Society | Support animal rescue, adoption, and welfare | $2,000 |
| The Shelbyville Horse Show | Support the saddlebred horse show and promote the equine industry in shelby county | $2,000 |
| Rock Creek Riding Club | Support the saddlebred horse show and equine educational programs | $1,950 |
Officers and trustees
- Theresa S Vonderschmitt
- Lizelle Hill
- Lori Mehringer DVM
- Jill Knies
- William Wessel
Questions people ask
Does Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc give?
$260,645 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Theresa S Vonderschmitt (President & DIR), Lizelle Hill (Secretary & DIR), Lori Mehringer DVM (Director) and Jill Knies (Key Employee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Sanda Hills Equine Center Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.