Also known as: MR and MRS Sanford N Mcdonnell Foundation · MR & MRS Sanford Mcdonnell Foundation · Mcdonnell Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 431104889) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
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In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, MR & MRS Sanford N Mcdonnell Foundation reported 53 grants totaling $481,600 to 53 organizations across 17 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $100,000 to Characterorg.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Characterorg | STERLING, VA | $100,000 |
| Characterplus | ST LOUIS, MO | $67,500 |
| University of New Mexico Foundation | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | $55,000 |
| Salvation Army | ST LOUIS, MO | $25,000 |
| Drake University (character Counts) | DES MOINES, IA | $15,000 |
| Opera Theatre of Saint Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $15,000 |
| Focus on the Family | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | $10,000 |
| Missouri Historical Society | ST LOUIS, MO | $10,000 |
| Nine Network of Public Media | ST LOUIS, MO | $10,000 |
| Sappington House Foundation | ST LOUIS, MO | $10,000 |
| Transformational Prayer Foundation | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | $10,000 |
| Union Avenue Opera | ST LOUIS, MO | $10,000 |
| Winter Opera ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $10,000 |
| AIR Force Academy Foundation | USAFA, CO | $5,000 |
| Arts & Education Council | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Bach Society of Saint Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Faith Lutheran PYC | OFALLON, IL | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | FENTON, MO | $5,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Injured Marine Semper FI Fund | OCEANSIDE, CA | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association-ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Mount Royal Academy | SUNAPEE, NH | $5,000 |
| Saint Louis Science Center | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Saint Louis Symphony | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Saint Louis ZOO Annual Fund | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | BOONE, NC | $5,000 |
| Trail Life-USA | BELTON, SC | $5,000 |
| University of Missouri-ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| USO of Missouri Inc | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Webster University | ST LOUIS, MO | $5,000 |
| Wings of Hope | CHESTERFIELD, MO | $5,000 |
| Youth in Need | ST CHARLES, MO | $5,000 |
| Donald Danforth Plant Science Center | ST LOUIS, MO | $4,000 |
| Parents Television and Media Council | BURBANK, CA | $3,500 |
| Lake Sunapee Protective Association | SUNAPEE, NH | $3,000 |
| Mighty Oaks Foundation | MONTGOMERY, TX | $3,000 |
| Student Mobilization | CONWAY, AR | $3,000 |
| Family Research Council | WASHINGTON, DC | $2,000 |
| Saint Louis Art Museum Foundation | ST LOUIS, MO | $2,000 |
| The Navigators | ALBERT LEA, MN | $2,000 |
| American Family Association | TUPELO, MS | $1,500 |
| American Heart Association-ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $1,500 |
| Cardigan Mountain School | CANAAN, NH | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | ST LOUIS, MO | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | ST LOUIS, MO | $1,000 |
| College of the Ozarks | POINT LOOKOUT, MO | $1,000 |
| Princeton University | PRINCETON, NJ | $1,000 |
| United WAY of Greater ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $1,000 |
| Washington University | ST LOUIS, MO | $1,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
