Sanzone Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sanzone Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $147,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$147,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $132,607 the year before.
42% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,500 | 4 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $132,607 | 25 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $147,500 | 19 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Sanzone Family 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 Sanzone Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $41,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $27,500 |
| California | 3 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Jacksonville Humane Society | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| ASPCA | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Pretty in Pink Foundation | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Hire Heroes USA | Unrestricted general | $6,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Project K9 Hero | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| United Way Ventura County | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Humane Society of the United States | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Betty Griffin Center | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Trinity Rescue Mission | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| True Grit Foundation | Unrestricted general | $1,500 |
| Breast Cancer Research Fdn | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas J Sanzone
- Lisa Sanzone
Questions people ask
Does Sanzone Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sanzone Family Foundation give?
$147,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sanzone Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas J Sanzone (Director) and Lisa Sanzone (Director).
What does Sanzone Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and human services.