The Sea Island Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sea Island Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$154,851
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $60,000 | 3 | $183,551 |
| 2024 | $71,000 | 2 | $140,316 |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 3 | $154,851 |
How to apply
The Sea Island 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 The Sea Island Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $70,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sterling & Francine Clark Art Institute | Unrestricted general | $70,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| SC Environmental Law Project Inc | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America N A
- Paul R Haklisch
- Carmela S Haklisch
Questions people ask
Does The Sea Island Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sea Island Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sea Island Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America N A (Co-Trustee), Paul R Haklisch (Co-Trustee) and Carmela S Haklisch (Co-Trustee).
What does The Sea Island Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.