The Sandcastle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sandcastle Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,700 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$59,700
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $63,500 the year before.
27% 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 | $51,000 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $63,500 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $59,700 | 11 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Sandcastle 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 The Sandcastle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $35,200 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $22,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haywood Christian Ministry Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Haywood Community College Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Lifeworks Services | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Cofan Survival Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,000 |
| Nourishing Hope | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,000 |
| Paws Chicago | Unrestricted charitable grant | $6,000 |
| All Saints Episcopal Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Friends of Northside | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Ravenswood Community Services | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Ieee Smart Village | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Assoc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick Geenen
- Jennifer Lundgren Geenen
- Michael Jones
Questions people ask
Does The Sandcastle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sandcastle Foundation give?
$59,700 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Sandcastle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patrick Geenen (President), Jennifer Lundgren Geenen (Treasurer) and Michael Jones (Secretary).
What does The Sandcastle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.