The Sunderland Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sunderland Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $102 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2.0 million and the largest $25.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$102 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2.0 million
- Largest grant$25.0 million
- Assets$927 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $177 million the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $218 million | 228 | $1.0 billion |
| 2024 | $177 million | 96 | $926 million |
| 2025 | $102 million | 25 | $927 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Sunderland Foundation 5700 W 112th Street Suite 320, Overland Park, KS 66211 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (913) 335-6454 |
| What to submit | See website for required materials and information. |
| Restrictions | Geographic limitations apply. See website |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sunderland Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $38.4 million |
| Kansas | 4 | $27.3 million |
| New York | 2 | $10.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $8.5 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $7.0 million |
| Washington | 2 | $5.3 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $5.0 million |
| California | 1 | $500,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KC People's Fund | 2025 donation | $25.0 million |
| University of Kansas Endowment Association | 2025 donation | $25.0 million |
| Amalgamated Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund Albany Ny | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund Albany Ny | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Impact Assets Inc | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| National Christian Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Seattle Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $5.0 million |
| Amalgamated Foundation | 2025 daf funding | $3.0 million |
| University of Kansas Endowment Association | 2025 donation | $2.3 million |
| Impact Assets Inc | 2025 daf funding | $2.0 million |
| United Way of Greater Kansas City | 2025 donation | $2.0 million |
| Amalgamated Foundation | 2025 donation for house us fund | $500,000 |
| Core Influencer Institute | 2025 donation | $500,000 |
| The Solutions Project | General operations | $500,000 |
| Kanbe's Markets | Healthy corner store campaign / innovation shift program | $495,000 |
| Youth Volunteer Corps of Greater Kansas City | 2025 donation - projects | $333,333 |
| Perigee Fund | Mental health practices for maternal and infant well being | $250,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | 2025 daf funding | $150,000 |
| Childrens Mercy Hospital | 2025 sponsor of first tee tom watson golf tournament | $25,000 |
| Johnson County Community College Foundation | 2025 some enchanted evening sponsor | $25,000 |
| Liberty Memorial Association | 2025 night at the tower sponsor | $15,000 |
| Economic Club of Kansas City | 2026 membership | $2,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Kent Sunderland
- Charles Sunderland
- William Sunderland
- Thomas Sunderland
- Jennifer Mayhew
- Leigh Foster
- Michelle Buckner
- Randy Vance
- Grant Sunderland
Questions people ask
Does The Sunderland Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Sunderland Foundation give?
$102 million in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2.0 million.
Who runs The Sunderland Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kent Sunderland (Chairman, Trustee), Charles Sunderland (Secretary & Treasurer, Trustee), William Sunderland (Trustee) and Thomas Sunderland (Trustee) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Sunderland Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.