The Selander Foundation
The Selander Foundation is a private foundation based in Greenwich, Connecticut. Established in 2004 by Nancy and Bob Selander, it supports charitable organizations and projects intended to make a positive difference in local communities and improve quality of life in the United States and overseas.
The Selander Foundation at a glance
In short: The Selander Foundation gave $5.1M across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $638K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,102,187
- -13.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- -38.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $637,773
- +40.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $242,500
- Total assets
- $35,330,738
- -4.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (84% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Selander Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
does not accept unsolicited requests; the foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 15 East Putnam Ave Suite 244, Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: (914) 846-0100
Website: https://theselanderfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Selander Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cornell University ($3.9M). Together the top 8 received $5.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
64 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 64 (45%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s mission describes work in local communities as well as in the United States and overseas. In 2024, 84% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 10% to Connecticut, and 6% to California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Selander Foundation gives
- Giving grew 105% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 229% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.1M (2022) to $5.9M (2023). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $5.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca, NY | Educational Purposes | $3,894,687 |
| Doctors Without Borders New York, NY | Health Purposes | $400,000 |
| Americares Stamford, CT | Health Purposes | $300,000 |
| Promises 2 Kids San Diego, CA | Social Purposes | $300,000 |
| Family Centers Darien, CT | Social Purposes | $185,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank Wallingford, CT | Health Purposes | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Greenwich, CT | Social Purposes | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich Greenwich, CT | Social Purposes | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,330,738 | $2,400,886 | $5,201,193 | $5,102,187 | 8 | $5,102,187 | $1,525,960 | $2,223,357 |
| 2023 | $37,149,888 | $2,355,359 | $5,978,873 | $5,911,980 | 13 | $5,911,980 | $1,496,216 | $2,186,559 |
| 2022 | $36,368,101 | $2,208,823 | $2,202,951 | $2,126,000 | 21 | $2,126,000 | $1,445,652 | $2,284,703 |
| 2021 | $36,362,229 | $5,570,212 | $2,616,535 | $2,491,500 | 22 | — | $5,532,677 | $2,369,108 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Selander Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says its mission is to invest in projects and organizations that have a meaningful impact in the communities where its trustees reside and that enhance quality of life in the United States and overseas. Its website describes support for education, homelessness services, accessible health care, medical equipment, and animal clinics and educational outreach.
Its 2024 grants included educational, health, and social purposes. The foundation also lists Americares and the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich among organizations it has funded. Family Centers describes its own mission as empowering children, adults, families, and communities to realize their potential.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 8 grants totaling $5,102,187. Grant amounts ranged from $2,500 to $3,894,687, with a median of $242,500. The largest grants were $3,894,687 to Cornell University for educational purposes, $400,000 to Doctors Without Borders for health purposes, $300,000 to Americares for health purposes, $300,000 to Promises 2 Kids for social purposes, and $185,000 to Family Centers for social purposes. Other 2024 recipients included Connecticut Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, and Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Robert W. Selander as chairman and Nancy Cross Selander as president. Trustees listed are Crosby Selander, Russell Selander, Tracey Kay Lundgren, Jessica Anne Lundgren, Colleen Selander, and Kari Selander.
The Selander Foundation is led by Nancy Cross Selander, President & As Req'd on every filing since 2021; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nancy Cross Selander
President & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Robert W. Selander
Chairman & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Colleen Selander
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Crosby Selander
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Kari Selander
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Russell Selander
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Tracey Kay Lundgren
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Jessica Anne Lundgren
Trustee & As Req'd
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Daniel Matteoni (2021–2023) — Trustee & As Req'd
- Former: Jessica Anne Matteoni (2021) — Trustee & As Req'd
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Selander Foundation
How much does The Selander Foundation give each year?
The Selander Foundation gave $5.1M across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5.9M across 13 grants.
What is The Selander Foundation's typical grant size?
The Selander Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $242,500, and its average grant was $637,773, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Selander Foundation give grants?
The Selander Foundation gives mostly in New York: 84% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Connecticut (10%) and California (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Greenwich, CT (2 grants).
Does The Selander Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on The Selander Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Social Purposes" (4 grants) and "Health Purposes" (3 grants).
Who are The Selander Foundation's largest grantees?
The Selander Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Cornell University ($3,894,687), Doctors Without Borders ($400,000) and Americares ($300,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 90% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Selander Foundation?
The Selander Foundation reported $35.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $5.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.2M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Selander Foundation fund?
The foundation says its mission is to invest in projects and organizations that have a meaningful impact in the communities where its trustees reside and that enhance quality of life in the United States and overseas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Selander Foundation?
does not accept unsolicited requests; the foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Selander Foundation's EIN?
The Selander Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-2024998. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does The Selander Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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