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The Sand Hill Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, has a robust grantmaking scale, having paid out a total of $10.9 million across 189 grantees in 2024. The foundation primarily funds initiatives in California, New York, and Ohio, and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit with the foundation's funding priorities.
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Total Funding
Funding Share

LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH
$6.1M
16%

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED
$3.7M
9%

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
$2.7M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
99
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SAND HILL FOUNDATION?
Yes. SAND HILL FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does SAND HILL FOUNDATION give?
SAND HILL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Ohio. 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 SAND HILL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SAND HILL FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SAND HILL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SAND HILL FOUNDATION awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $10.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SAND HILL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SAND HILL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH, ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED, and THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SAND HILL FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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