Sandra Lyness Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sandra Lyness Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $800 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $800 and the largest $800. 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$800
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$800
- Largest grant$800
- Assets$4,112
Giving in 2025 was up from $600 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,600 | 1 | $5,815 |
| 2024 | $600 | 1 | $4,873 |
| 2025 | $800 | 1 | $4,112 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Sandra Lyness 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 Sandra Lyness Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Kids in need | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Lyness
- TJ Kedzierski
- John Chase III
- Meghan Pace
Questions people ask
Does Sandra Lyness Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sandra Lyness Foundation give?
$800 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $800.
Who runs Sandra Lyness Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra Lyness (President), TJ Kedzierski (Treasurer), John Chase III (Director) and Meghan Pace (Director).
What does Sandra Lyness Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.