John and Nancy Sabol Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Nancy Sabol Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $358,280 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$358,280
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $274,700 the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $274,700 | 22 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $358,280 | 22 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
John and Nancy Sabol 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 John and Nancy Sabol Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 18 | $313,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,280 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Foundation | I-LABS Ready Mind Project | $200,000 |
| FUSE Innovation Fund | General Support | $20,000 |
| United World College-Usa | Charitable | $15,000 |
| BrightSpark Early Learning Services | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Maasai Cultural Conservation Fndn | Charitable | $10,280 |
| Ethel Walker Annual Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Program for Early Parent Support | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Way of King County | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Social Venture Partners | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The JOSH Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Downtown emergency service center | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Woodland park zoological society | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Seattle children's hospital fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Washington Progress Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Seattle academy of arts and sciences | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Center for Early Relational Health | Charitable | $4,000 |
| KCTS 9 | Charitable | $3,000 |
| KUOW Puget Sound Public R | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Zeno Math | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Town Hall Seattle | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Path with Art | Charitable | $2,000 |
| KNKX Pacific Public Media | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Sabol
- Nancy A Sabol
Questions people ask
Does John and Nancy Sabol Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Nancy Sabol Foundation give?
$358,280 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs John and Nancy Sabol Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John M Sabol (President and Treasurer) and Nancy A Sabol (Vice President and Sec'y).
What does John and Nancy Sabol Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.