The Sansone Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sansone Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Avenel, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $206,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$206,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$31.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $133,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $320,000 | 6 | $28.5 million |
| 2024 | $133,000 | 3 | $29.7 million |
| 2025 | $206,000 | 4 | $31.1 million |
How to apply
The Sansone Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General support | $100,000 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| The Women Aware of Middlesex County | General support | $5,000 |
| Avenel Fire Department Company 1 | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul J Sansone Sr
- Jeffrey Sansone
- David Salsido
Questions people ask
Does The Sansone Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sansone Foundation Inc give?
$206,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs The Sansone Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul J Sansone Sr (Trustee), Jeffrey Sansone (Trustee) and David Salsido (Trustee).