The Sansom Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBonita Springs, Florida · EIN 13-6136127 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$271K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$22.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $25,045.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
50% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Southeastern University Inc | Ft Lauderdale, FL | For its NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale | $119,955 |
| University of Mount Union | Alliance, OH | Visual and Theatrical Arts and Media | $26,000 |
| Delaware Art Museum | Wilmington, DE | Conservation of William J. Glackens Artwork | $25,045 |
| GLSEN Collier County Chapter Florida | Naples, FL | Support Summer Education Program for Young Musicians | $25,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | New York, NY | Support its Lindemann Young Artist Development Program | $25,000 |
| Music Foundation of Greater Naples | Naples, FL | Music Education | $20,000 |
| Chimp Haven | Keithville, LA | Veterinarian Clinic Physician | $15,000 |
| Nova Southeastern University Inc | Ft Lauderdale, FL | For its Art Museum Fort Lauderdale | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $271,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $190,839 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 1, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533059349100703
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6136127
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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