Sunflower Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sunflower Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $34,000. 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$78,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $79,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $80,000 | 5 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $79,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $78,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Sunflower 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 Sunflower Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $34,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kindred World | Operating fund for other public charity | $34,000 |
| Franklin Land Trust Inc | Operating fund for other public charity | $20,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operating fund for medical organization | $10,000 |
| New England Public Media | Operating fund for other public charity | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Operating fund for other public charity | $2,000 |
| Safehome LTD | Operating fund for other public charity | $1,000 |
| Childrens Health Defense | Operating fund for medical organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christina G Salgo
Questions people ask
Does Sunflower Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sunflower Foundation give?
$78,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sunflower Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christina G Salgo (Trustee).
What does Sunflower Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.