SFT Endowment for Technology
Preselected recipients only
SFT Endowment for Technology is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$815,027
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $50,000 | 7 | $705,887 |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 5 | $760,595 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 5 | $815,027 |
How to apply
SFT Endowment for Technology 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 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $25,000 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Koto-Fm | Educational | $10,000 |
| Little Village Foundation | Operational | $7,500 |
| Telluride Avalance Dogs | Operational | $7,500 |
| Telluride Medical Center Foundation | Operational | $7,500 |
| The Dawn Redwoods Charitable Trust | Operational | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Tobin
- George Bianchi
Questions people ask
Does SFT Endowment for Technology accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SFT Endowment for Technology give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs SFT Endowment for Technology?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Tobin (Executive Director) and George Bianchi (Secretary).