S B Foundation
Preselected recipients only
S B Foundation is a private foundation in Lamy, New Mexico. In tax year 2024 it gave $465,000 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$465,000
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $551,500 the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 | $551,500 | 48 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $465,000 | 43 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
S B 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 S B Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 11 | $140,000 |
| Alaska | 9 | $105,000 |
| California | 5 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $45,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $35,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Return | To support organization | $40,000 |
| Borderlands Restoration Network | To support organization | $20,000 |
| Standearth | To support organization | $15,000 |
| Aware | To support organization | $15,000 |
| Discovery Southeast | To support organization | $15,000 |
| The Glory Hall | To support organization | $15,000 |
| Bold Futures | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Communities in Schools Santa Fe | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Conservation Voters NM Education Fund | To support organization | $10,000 |
| La Familia-Healthcare for the Homeless Santa Fe | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Solace Sexual Assault Services | To support organization | $10,000 |
| The Food Depot (Santa Fe) | To support organization | $10,000 |
| The Galisteo Basin Preserve Permanent Endowment Campaign | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Think New Mexico | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Black Mesa Trust | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Grand Canyon Trust | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Indigenous Climate Action | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Indigenous Environmental Network | To support organization | $10,000 |
| The Land Institute | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Loveland Foundation | To support organization | $10,000 |
| San Juan Citizens Alliance | To support organization | $10,000 |
| St Martins-Hope Works | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Uplift Youth Climate Conference | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Alaska Heat Smart | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Bears Ears Partners | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Catholic Community Services - Southeast Senior Services | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Grand Staircase-Escalante Partners | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Juneau Animal Rescue | To support organization | $10,000 |
| New Mexico Wild | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Gnwaa | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Sitka Conservation Society | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Tidelines Institute | To support organization | $10,000 |
| Trail Mix | To support organization | $10,000 |
| 50 Voices for Endangered Species (Through Boise St Univ) | To support organization | $5,000 |
| Eco Flight | To support organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John B Sisk
- Sarah Sisk Hamilton
- Thomas D Sisk
- Alan Hamilton
- Wendy Jill Palen
- Mary Pat Schilly
Questions people ask
Does S B Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does S B Foundation give?
$465,000 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs S B Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John B Sisk (President), Sarah Sisk Hamilton (Secretary), Thomas D Sisk (Treasurer) and Alan Hamilton (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does S B Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.