Sanborn Seminary
Preselected recipients only
Sanborn Seminary is a private foundation in Kingston, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $144,393 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,665 and the largest $72,179. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$144,393
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,665
- Largest grant$72,179
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,790 the year before.
88% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $23,397 | 4 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $21,790 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $144,393 | 8 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Sanborn Seminary 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 Sanborn Seminary funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 6 | $142,643 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Historical Museum | Funding of history programs | $72,179 |
| Sanborn Regional High School | Funding of school programs | $41,759 |
| Sanborn Regional Music Boosters | Musical instruments for students | $20,625 |
| Southeastern Regional Education Ser | Sorock coalition for healthy youth | $5,330 |
| NH School of Mechanical Trades | College scholarship | $2,000 |
| Husson University | College scholarship | $1,000 |
| Rochester Institute Tech | College scholarship | $750 |
| University of New Hampshire | College scholarship | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Lesley-Ann Hume
- Donna Winslow
- John Conant
- Jodi Foy Donahue
- E Charles Sanborn
- Carrol Winch
- Charlton Swasey
- Gordon Bakie
- Debra S Basiliere
- Matt McElroy
- Ralph Fellows
- Joshua Swasey
- Phil Krajewski
Questions people ask
Does Sanborn Seminary accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanborn Seminary give?
$144,393 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,665.
Who runs Sanborn Seminary?
Its 2024 filing lists Lesley-Ann Hume (President), Donna Winslow (Vice Preside), John Conant (Treasurer) and Jodi Foy Donahue (Secretary) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Sanborn Seminary fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.