Southern Sailing Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Southern Sailing Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,600 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2,600 and the largest $2,600. 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$2,600
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2,600
- Largest grant$2,600
- Assets$181,679
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500 the year before.
0% 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 | $0 | 0 | $101,474 |
| 2024 | $500 | 1 | $113,244 |
| 2025 | $2,600 | 1 | $181,679 |
How to apply
Southern Sailing 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 Southern Sailing Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Yacht Club | Regatta funding and education | $2,600 |
Officers and trustees
- George Hero IV
- Christopher M Wilke
- Deborah T Grim
- Robert Friend
- Anne David
Questions people ask
Does Southern Sailing Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Southern Sailing Foundation give?
$2,600 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2,600.
Who runs Southern Sailing Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George Hero IV (Trustee), Christopher M Wilke (Trustee), Deborah T Grim (Trustee) and Robert Friend (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Southern Sailing Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.