Sander Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sander Family Foundation is a private foundation in Alta, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $174,298 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,090 and the largest $67,092. 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$174,298
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,090
- Largest grant$67,092
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $198,939 the year before.
63% 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 | $198,939 | 18 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $174,298 | 19 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Sander 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 Sander Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 16 | $171,269 |
| Idaho | 2 | $2,029 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Desc | General | $67,092 |
| UW History Department | General | $50,000 |
| Wa Golf Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Epiphany | General | $9,000 |
| Garfield | General | $8,469 |
| Bishop Blanchet | General | $6,099 |
| Odea High School | General | $5,000 |
| UW Giving | General | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $1,500 |
| Lakeside | General | $1,090 |
| Teton Valley Health Foundation | General | $1,029 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General | $1,000 |
| Teton Regional Land Trust | General | $1,000 |
| Pacific Science Center | General | $1,000 |
| Americas Charities | General | $1,000 |
| Mary's Place | General | $472 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer | General | $250 |
| Seattle United Soccer Club | General | $193 |
| Jackson High School | General | $104 |
Officers and trustees
- William Sander
- Allison Sander
Questions people ask
Does Sander Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sander Family Foundation give?
$174,298 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,090.
Who runs Sander Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Sander (President) and Allison Sander (Treasurer).
What does Sander Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.