Sandfort Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBrentwood, Tennessee · EIN 85-3951738 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$781K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diocese of Nashville - St Michael Academy | Nolensville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $331,212 |
| Tucker's House | Franklin, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $150,000 |
| Lipscomb University College of Business | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $50,000 |
| St Xavier High School | Louisville, KY | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $50,000 |
| Diocese of Nashville | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $50,000 |
| Begin Anew of Middle Tn | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Diocese of Nashville - Advancement of Catholic Education | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| High Hopes Development Center | Franklin, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Saddle Up | Franklin, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition Inc | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church - Misison Honduras | Brentwood, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Middle Tn | Nashville, TN | To further the objective of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $781,212 | 12 |
| 2024 | $425,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $620,200 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632059349100308
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-3951738
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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