The Sanders Foundation
Invitation OnlyEl Paso, Texas · EIN 74-2698726 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$475K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$1.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $89,525.
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
57% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Foundation | Ithaca, NY | General support | $250,000 |
| Santa Fe Prep | Santa Fe, NM | General support | $89,525 |
| Paso Del Norte Community Foundation | El Paso, TX | General support | $50,000 |
| Williams College | Williamstown, MA | General support | $50,000 |
| Borderplex Bi-National Economic Alliance Foundation | El Paso, TX | General support | $25,000 |
| The Epc Meseum Dba LA Nube | El Paso, TX | General support | $5,000 |
| Georgetown University | Washington, DC | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $474,525 | 7 |
| 2024 | $425,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $485,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602239349101000
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2698726
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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