Ricky Sandler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ricky Sandler Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $975,000. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$975,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
47% 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 | $2.2 million | 26 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 15 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Ricky Sandler 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 Ricky Sandler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $975,000 |
| New York | 7 | $601,400 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $600,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $243,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | General support | $975,000 |
| Duke University | General support | $550,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | General support | $250,000 |
| Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation | General support | $225,000 |
| The Hewitt School | General support | $200,000 |
| YUD Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Chabad at Duke Ug Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General Support | $50,000 |
| Central Synagogue | General Support | $36,000 |
| Florida Atlantic University Foundation | General support | $18,000 |
| Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation Inc | General Support | $10,000 |
| The Thomas A Costello Legacy Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| Seeds for Peace | General support | $3,600 |
| South Fork Bakery | General support | $1,800 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | General Support | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Ricky Sandler
Questions people ask
Does Ricky Sandler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ricky Sandler Family Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Ricky Sandler Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ricky Sandler (Pres., Sec, Treas., Bd. Mem.).
What does Ricky Sandler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.