AI Summary
The Sandman Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily engages in relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a selective approach to its grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
TRUSTEES OF BOSTON COLLEGE
CHESTNUT HILL, MA
$210K
19%

USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM INC
Boston, MA
$153K
14%

Catholic Charities Boston
SOUTH BOSTON, MA
$125K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts and Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $58 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include TRUSTEES OF BOSTON COLLEGE, USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM INC, and Catholic Charities Boston. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE SANDMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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