Albert E & Naomi B Sinnisen Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various community initiatives and nonprofit organizations. Its mission focuses on enhancing community well-being through funding for programs related to youth development, mental health, arts and culture, health and wellness, and emergency services. The foundation provides grants to local organizations, including volunteer fire departments, community centers, and educational programs, thereby serving a diverse range of populations and causes. It primarily operates within the state of Maryland, reflecting a strong commitment to local community support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-midsize Maryland nonprofit or community service group (especially in Washington County/Hagerstown) seeking project- or equipment-focused support such as facility repairs, communications or health-related equipment, youth programs, arts/culture projects, or emergency services.
Good Fit
- • Located in Maryland, preferably Washington County/Hagerstown.
- • Request is for a concrete project, equipment, or capital need rather than large unrestricted operating support.
- • Modest ask sizes in the typical $3K–$15K range.
- • Track record of local impact or partnerships with local government/volunteer services.
- • Capacity to submit materials by mail and meet an annual deadline (Fourth Friday of February).
- • Programs aligning with youth development, arts and culture, emergency services, or mental/health wellness.
Geography
Observed giving in the available years is entirely within Maryland and concentrated around Hagerstown/Washington County; distinct-state count in the latest year is one and in-state share is 100%.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded seven distinct organizations in 2024 and thirteen distinct organizations in 2022 across sectors (fire companies, youth organizations, arts groups, historical society, health services), indicating a broadly distributed recipient set for a micro private foundation despite some dollar concentration among top recipients.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows six of seven 2024 recipients were new to the portfolio, and the foundation provides application guidelines and a mailed submission route through a named RBC Wealth Management contact and an annual deadline, so unfamiliar local applicants have a plausible path to entry.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
