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Saw Island Foundation Inc

Woodside, California  ·  EIN 237454106  ·  Private foundation

Saw Island Foundation Inc is a California-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.6M in annual giving against $35.8M in assets. This page documents the 79 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Saw Island Foundation Inc — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.6M
Annual giving (FY2025)
$35.8M
Total assets
79
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Saw Island Foundation Inc funds

Saw Island Foundation Inc's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, economic development, education, and related causes.

Arts & CultureCivil Rights & Social JusticeCommunity ImprovementEconomic DevelopmentEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-BasedFood & AgricultureHealth CareHousing & Homelessness

Populations it has supported include children, families.

childrenfamilies

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Saw Island Foundation Inc, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Leland Stanford Junior University
TO ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE CONDITIONS FOR INTERACTIONS AMONG DEMOCRACY, BROAD-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, HR, AND THE LAW.
Stanford, CA$1.4M2024
Leland Stanford Junior University
TO ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE CONDITIONS FOR INTERACTIONS AMONG DEMOCRACY, BROAD-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, HR, AND THE LAW.
Stanford, CA$1.3M2023
Leland Stanford Junior University
TO ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE CONDITIONS FOR AND INTERACTIONS AMONG DEMOCRACY, BROAD-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, HR, AND THE LAW.
Stanford, CA$1.3M2022
Leland Stanford Junior University
TO ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE CONDITIONS FOR INTERACTIONS AMONG DEMOCRACY, BROAD-BASED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, HR, AND THE LAW.
Stanford, CA$1.3M2025
The Sailing Museum
CENTRAL HUB FOR LEARNINGS, CULTURE AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT.
Newport, RI$120K2025
Hoover Institution
SEEKING TO IMPROVE THE HUMAN CONDITION BY ADVANCING IDEAS THAT PROMOTE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND PROSPERITY WHILE SECURING AND SAFEGUARDING P
North Canton, OH$100K2025
The Sailing Museum
TO PRESERVE AMERICA'S SAILING LEGACY AND ENGAGE THE NEXT GENERATION.
Newport, RI$100K2022
Sports Challenge
SPORTS AND EDUCATION
Southlake, TX$25K2022
Dartmouth College
TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL FINANCIAL AID
Hanover, NH$25K2022
Ragazzi Boys Chorus
TO PROMOTE EXCELLENCE IN MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATION.
Redwood City, CA$25K2022
Dartmouth College
TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL FINANCIAL AID
Hanover, NH$25K2023
Sports Challenge
SPORTS AND EDUCATION
Southlake, TX$25K2023
Ragazzi Boys Chorus
TO PROMOTE EXCELLENCE IN MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATION.
Redwood City, CA$25K2023
Ragazzi Boys Chorus
TO PROMOTE EXCELLENCE IN MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATION.
Redwood City, CA$25K2025
Sports Challenge
SPORTS AND EDUCATION
Southlake, TX$25K2025

Saw Island Foundation Inc giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2022$1.5M
2023$1.4M
2024$1.5M
2025$1.6M

How to apply for funding from Saw Island Foundation Inc

Saw Island Foundation Inc's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Saw Island Foundation Inc

Does Saw Island Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Saw Island Foundation Inc's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Saw Island Foundation Inc fund?
Saw Island Foundation Inc's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Leland Stanford Junior University, Leland Stanford Junior University, Leland Stanford Junior University. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Saw Island Foundation Inc give in grants?
Saw Island Foundation Inc reported $1.6M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2025). Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.1M over 79 grants.
Where is Saw Island Foundation Inc located?
Saw Island Foundation Inc is based in Woodside, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237454106.
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About this profile. This page is built from Saw Island Foundation Inc's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Saw Island Foundation Inc. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.