Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $328,300 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$328,300
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was down from $758,325 the year before.
85% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $758,325 | 19 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $328,300 | 13 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Mara Burros-Sandler 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 Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $140,000 |
| New York | 6 | $113,300 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine | General support | $90,000 |
| America-Israel Democracy Coalition | General support | $50,000 |
| The Representation Project | General support | $50,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation | General support | $48,000 |
| EARL MONROE New Ren Basketball Charter School | General support | $30,000 |
| Areivim Philanthropic Group | General support | $18,000 |
| Merit Spread Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Women's Emergency Network | General support | $9,000 |
| Miami Foundation for Mental Health | General support | $8,000 |
| Children's Village at Lotus | General support | $5,000 |
| American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic | General support | $4,800 |
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impair | General support | $3,000 |
| Bigvisions | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mara Sandler
Questions people ask
Does Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation give?
$328,300 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mara Sandler (Director).
What does Mara Burros-Sandler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.