Syar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Syar Foundation is a private foundation in Napa, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $822,680 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $55,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$822,680
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
45% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $549,902 | 26 | $9.6 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 38 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $822,680 | 38 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Syar Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Syar Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 38 | $822,680 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital | Donation for continued support | $55,000 |
| Vacaville Boys & Girls Club | Donation for continued support | $50,000 |
| Via Heart Project (Napa Police Department) | Donation for continued support | $45,180 |
| Vallejo Police Department | Donation for continued support | $45,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Donation for continued support | $30,000 |
| Parentscan Parent - Napa Valley Child Advocacy Network Incorporated | Donation for continued support | $30,000 |
| Russian River Kepper | Donation for continued support | $30,000 |
| Sonoma County Fire District | Donation for continued support | $30,000 |
| Casa of Solano County | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Cope Family Center | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Council on Aging | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Healthcare Foundation Northern Sonoma | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Healthy Vallejo Community Support Services Inc | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Mentis Napa | Donation for continued support. | $25,000 |
| Napa Emergency Women's Services (News) | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Pet's Lifeline | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Share the Care Napa Valley | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Solano Community Foundation | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Squares Peg Foundation | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Up Valley Family Centers of Napa County | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Voena | Donation for continued support | $25,000 |
| Community Resources for Children | Donation for continued support | $20,000 |
| Napa Casa | Donation for continued support | $20,000 |
| Puertas Abiertas | Donation for continued support | $20,000 |
| Safequest Solano | Donation for continued support | $18,000 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | Donation for continued support | $15,000 |
| Geyserville Elementary School | Donation for continued support | $11,000 |
| Forget Me Not Farm Children's Service | Donation for continued support | $10,000 |
| Hands Across the Valley | Donation for continued support | $10,000 |
| Solano County Library Foundation | Donation for continued support | $10,000 |
| Sonoma County Plumfield Academy | Donation for continued support | $10,000 |
| The Wednesday Club Historical Group Inc | Donation for continued support | $10,000 |
| Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leaders | Donation for continued support | $8,000 |
| Fairfield Community Services Foundation | Donation for continued support | $5,000 |
| Friendsof Loma Vista Farm | Donation for continued support | $5,000 |
| Jameson Humane | Donation for continued support | $5,000 |
| West Side Union School District (We Are Westside) | Donation for continued support | $3,000 |
| Soroptimist International of Vallejo | Donation for continued support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan L Syar
- All Other Directors
Questions people ask
Does Syar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Syar Foundation give?
$822,680 in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Syar Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan L Syar (Director) and All Other Directors (Director).
What does Syar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and health.