John L Santikos Charitable Foundation
The John L Santikos Charitable Foundation is a public charity based in San Antonio, Texas, formed in 2015. Its stated purpose is to support the San Antonio Area Foundation and other charities that the Area Foundation would otherwise support.
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: John L Santikos Charitable Foundation gave $10.8M across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $1.5M), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $10,841,935
- +8.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -36.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,548,848
- +70.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $250,000
- Total assets
- $487,689,694
- -1.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (80% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to John L Santikos Charitable Foundation
- Contact
Mailing address: 155 Concord Plaza Dr 301, San Antonio, TX 78216
Phone: (210) 225-2243
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who John L Santikos Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was San Antonio Area Foundation ($8.3M). Together the top 7 received $10.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
133 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 72 grants of 133 (54%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 80% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas, 10% to Maryland, and 10% to New York. The listed Texas recipients were based in San Antonio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How John L Santikos Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving grew 296% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.7M (2021) to $10.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $10.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Area Foundation San Antonio, TX | General Support | $8,349,435 |
| International Orthodox Christian Charities Inc Baltimore, MD | General Support | $1,066,250 |
| Medecins Sans Frontiers USA Inc (Doctors Without Borders USA) New York, NY | General Support | $1,066,250 |
| P16PLUS Council of Greater Bexar County Foundation Inc ( up Partnership) San Antonio, TX | General Support | $250,000 |
| Young Women's Christian Association YWCA - San Antonio San Antonio, TX | General Support | $62,500 |
| Meals on Wheels San Antonio San Antonio, TX | General Support | $37,500 |
| Texas A&M San Antonio Foundation (Grants) San Antonio, TX | General Support | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $487,689,694 | $7,681,977 | $12,884,237 | $10,841,935 | 7 | $7,656,774 |
| 2023 | $492,492,846 | $19,010,148 | $12,399,969 | $10,019,376 | 11 | $11,004,316 |
| 2022 | $475,068,431 | $11,218,386 | $6,693,050 | $5,233,833 | 20 | $2,035,000 |
| 2021 | $474,085,454 | $11,872,228 | $4,729,984 | $2,740,143 | 19 | $1,364,260 |
| 2020 | $496,690,264 | $-37,218,989 | $12,870,010 | $8,196,641 | 76 | $-34,498,919 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support the San Antonio Area Foundation and other charities that the Area Foundation would otherwise support. Its 2024 filing says the foundation conducts charitable activities that would otherwise be conducted by the Area Foundation.
In 2024, grants went to organizations whose stated missions included philanthropy, emergency medical humanitarian aid, emergency relief and development, youth readiness, women’s empowerment, and services for older and isolated residents. For example, the San Antonio Area Foundation describes its mission as serving as a trusted and impactful philanthropic partner; Médecins Sans Frontières USA says it provides independent medical humanitarian emergency aid; and Meals on Wheels San Antonio says it provides services focused on nourishing lives, enabling independence, and caring for frail and isolated residents in the Greater San Antonio region.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported seven grants totaling $10,841,935. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $8,349,435, with a median of $250,000. All seven listed grants were for general support.
The largest 2024 grant was $8,349,435 to the San Antonio Area Foundation. Other grants included $1,066,250 each to International Orthodox Christian Charities and Médecins Sans Frontières USA; $250,000 to P16Plus Council of Greater Bexar County Foundation; $62,500 to YWCA San Antonio; $37,500 to Meals on Wheels San Antonio; and $10,000 to Texas A&M San Antonio Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Alex Perez as chair; Gen James Tom Hill as past chairman; Barbara O’Connor as chair-elect/trustee until October 4, 2024; Suzanne Wade as vice chair; Sarah Harte as secretary; and Michael Bolner as treasurer. It also lists Mari Aguirre Rodriguez, Yonnie Blanchette, Jorge Elizondo, and Robert Hernandez as trustees.
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation is led by Blake Hastings - Jlsenterprises, Trustee & CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2021); 10 of 32 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Blake Hastings - Jlsenterprises
Trustee & CEO
Secretary → Trustee, 2022
Trustee → Trustee & CEO, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$93K (2024)
Tim Handren
Chief Executive Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$469K (2024)
Nadege Souvenir - Saafdn
Chief Executive Officer
New on the 2024 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jack Wagner
Executive Director & Theater Support
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$82K (2024)
Alex Perez - Jls
Chair
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Todd Hillier
Director, Planning & Financial Analytics
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$79K (2024)
Yonnie Blanchette - Jls
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gurpaul Singh - Jlsenterprises
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jorge Elizondo - Jls
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Morris Stribling - Jls
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barbara O'Connor - Jls
Chair Elect & Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Komet - Jls
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Serot - Jls
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Harry Wolff Jr - Jls
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Cook
Director of Strategy & Impact - Saafdn
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Mari Aguirre Rodriguez - Jls
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Hernandez - Jls
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Ferrill
Vice President & Resource Management
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$91K (2024)
Joshua Bailey
Chief Information Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$99K (2024)
Michael McChesney
Vice President & Real Estate
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$113K (2024)
Michael Schaub
Chief Financial Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$144K (2024)
Robert Lehman
Chief Operations Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$168K (2024)
Tara Tembe
Vice President & Operational Excellence
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$87K (2024)
April Hansard - Saafdn
Chief Financial Officer
Controller → Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Arenda Burns - Saafdn
Chief Operating Officer
COO → Chief Operating Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Brunsvold - Saafdn
Chief Development Officer
Interim CEO & Vice President → Chief Development Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gen James Tom Hill - Jls
Past Chairman
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lori Madla
Executive Assistant - Saafdn
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Michael Bolner - Jls
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ryan Lugalia-Hollon
Chief Impact Officer - Saafdn
New on the 2024 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Harte - Jls
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzanne Wade - Jlsenterprises
Vice Chair
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (54)
- Former: Adena Williams Loston-Jls (2020–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Andrew Brooks - Enterprises (2020–2023) — Executive Director, Marketing & Sales
- Former: David Komet-Jls (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Gen James Tom Hill-Jls (2020–2023) — Past Chairman
- Former: James Darryl Byrd-Jls (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Jennifer Ferrill - Enterprises (2020–2023) — Vice President & Resource Management
- Former: Joshua Bailey - Enterprises (2020–2023) — CIO
- Former: Michael McChesney - Enterprises (2020–2023) — CFO, Vice President & Real Estate
- Former: Robert Lehman - Enterprises (2020–2023) — COO
- Former: Tara Tembe - Enterprises (2020–2023) — Vice President & Operational Excellence
- Former: Tim Handren - Enterprises (2020–2023) — CEO
- Former: Todd Hillier - Enterprises (2020–2023) — Director, Planning & Financial Analytics
- Former: Barbara Barbie O'Connor-Jls (2021–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Michael Bolner-Jls (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Sarah Harte-Jls (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Suzanne Wade-Jls (2021–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Julissa Carielo - Jls (2022–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Arthur Alex Perez-Jls (2023) — Chair
- Former: Cynthia Campbell - Saafdn (2023) — CFO
- Former: Harry Wolffjr-Jls (2023) — Trustee
- Former: Lucio Cantu - Enterprises (2023) — Director & Real Estate
- Former: Marjorie French - Saafdn (2023) — CEO
- Former: Patricia Mejia - Saafdn (2023) — Vice President
- Former: April Hansard-Saafdn (2020–2022) — Controller
- Former: Arenda Burns-Saafdn (2020–2022) — Chief Operating Officer
- Former: Arthur Alex Perez-Jlsenterprises (2020–2022) — Chair Elect
- Former: Harry Wolff-Jls (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: John Miller - Enterprises (2020–2022) — Facilities Director
- Former: Lisa Brunsvold-Saafdn (2020–2022) — Vice President of Dvlpmnt & Dnr Srvs
- Former: Lynda Cabell-Saafdn (2020–2022) — Senior Vice President & CFO
- Former: Marjorie French-Saafdn (2020–2022) — CEO
- Former: Patricia Mejia-Saafdn (2020–2022) — Vice President Cmnty Enggmnt & Impact
- Former: Gurpaul Singh-Jls (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Lorenzo Gomez Iii-Jls (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Cindy Campbell-Saafdn (2022) — CFO - Saafdn
- Former: Michelle Scarver-Jlsenterprises (2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Brad Parman-Jls (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Bruce Tilley-Jls (2020–2021) — Vice Chair
- Former: Edwin Thompson - Enterprises (2020–2021) — Executive Director & Theater Support
- Former: Michelle Scarver-Jls (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Angel Martinez-Saafdn (2021) — Vice President Marcom
- Former: Leilani Faugier - Enterprises (2021) — Corporate Controller
- Former: Theodore Guidry Ii - Enterprises (2021) — Former Chair - Jls
- Former: Blake Hastings (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Christopher Prichard- Enterprises (2020) — Director & Theater Intelligence
- Former: Jane Phipps-Jls (2020) — Trustee
- Former: John Hayes-Jlsenterprises (2020) — Past Chair
- Former: Laura Ehrenberg-Chesler-Jls (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Lorenzo Gomez III (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Luis De La Garza-Jls (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Marie Smith-Jls (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Rebecca Helterbrand-Saafdn (2020) — Vice President Strategy & Innovation
- Former: Sarah Harte (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Theodore Theo Guidry Ii-Jlsenterpr (2020) — Chairman
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $469K, to Tim Handren (Chief Executive Officer). 10 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about John L Santikos Charitable Foundation
How much does John L Santikos Charitable Foundation give each year?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation gave $10.8M across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $10.0M across 11 grants.
What is John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $250,000, and its average grant was $1,548,848, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does John L Santikos Charitable Foundation give grants?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Maryland (10%) and New York (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Antonio, TX (5 grants).
Does John L Santikos Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (7 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include San Antonio Area Foundation ($8,349,435), International Orthodox Christian Charities Inc ($1,066,250) and Medecins Sans Frontiers USA Inc (Doctors Without Borders USA) ($1,066,250), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 97% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is John L Santikos Charitable Foundation?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation reported $487.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $7.7M.
What does John L Santikos Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support the San Antonio Area Foundation and other charities that the Area Foundation would otherwise support. Its 2024 filing says the foundation conducts charitable activities that would otherwise be conducted by the Area Foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from John L Santikos Charitable Foundation?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's EIN?
John L Santikos Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-7326497. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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