The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pittsford, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $189,952 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $21,244 and the largest $60,000. 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$189,952
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$21,244
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $175,848 the year before.
38% 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 | $181,497 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $175,848 | 13 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $189,952 | 8 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The John & Margaret Sinclaire 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $118,976 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $62,488 |
| Montana | 1 | $8,488 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Solutions Accelerator | Charity | $60,000 |
| Gaylord Specialty Hospital | Charity | $40,000 |
| Stay Help | Charity | $22,488 |
| Moving With Hope | Charity | $22,488 |
| The Child Advocacy Center (Bivonia) | Charity | $20,000 |
| Genesee Land Trust | Charity | $10,000 |
| Greater Yellowstone Coalition | Charity | $8,488 |
| Foodlink of Rochester | Charity | $6,488 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Sinclaire
- Patricia Sinclaire
- John Paul Sinclaire
- Scott Friedman
- Erica Klausz
- Thomas McFeely
- Peter Klausz
Questions people ask
Does The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc give?
$189,952 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $21,244.
Who runs The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Sinclaire (President), Patricia Sinclaire (Director), John Paul Sinclaire (Director) and Scott Friedman (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The John & Margaret Sinclaire Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.