Sylvester Meister Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sylvester Meister Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Cruz, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $20,200 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $14,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$20,200
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$6,206
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $13,550 the year before.
50% of its 2023 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 | $13,550 | 6 | $28,938 |
| 2023 | $20,200 | 3 | $6,206 |
How to apply
Sylvester Meister 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Sylvester Meister Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $20,200 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| X Academy | To further exempt purpose | $14,000 |
| X Academy | To further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation for Monterey | To further exempt purpose | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Sylvester
- Barbara A Meister
Questions people ask
Does Sylvester Meister Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sylvester Meister Foundation give?
$20,200 in tax year 2023, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sylvester Meister Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Timothy Sylvester (Ceo) and Barbara A Meister (Treasurer).
What does Sylvester Meister Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.