The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $284,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$284,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2023 was up from $264,000 the year before.
48% 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 | $264,000 | 41 | $5.9 million |
| 2023 | $284,000 | 27 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Sylvan C Coleman 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 The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 13 | $120,000 |
| California | 8 | $101,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Womens Cancer Resource Center | General Operating Purposes | $30,000 |
| Middlebury College | Support of Interships for Students in the Arts. | $25,000 |
| Hartford Hospital Foundation | To improve the health and healing of all | $20,000 |
| George Mark Children's House | Donation Funds to be used for reprieve care. | $20,000 |
| Commonwealth | General Operating Purposes | $15,000 |
| Connecticut Childrens Medical Cente | General Operating Purposes | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General Operating Purposes | $15,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | Support of Youth Food Programs. | $15,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General Operating Purposes | $10,000 |
| Charlotte Maxwell Clinic | General Operating Purposes | $10,000 |
| Hands On Hartford | General Operating Purposes | $10,000 |
| Gifts of Love | General Operating Purposes | $10,000 |
| James Beard Foundation | To celebrate, support, and elevate the people behind Americas food culture and champion a standard of good food anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability. | $10,000 |
| Renbrook School | Support educational program. | $10,000 |
| The Town That Cares | Assists residents experiencing a crisis situation, hindering their ability to pay for food, utility bills, shelter costs, medical expenses, and other critical needs. | $10,000 |
| Access Women Health Justice | General Operating Purposes | $7,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Coalition | General Operating Purposes | $7,000 |
| NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation | General Operating Purposes | $6,000 |
| Wadsworth Atheneum Museum | General Operating Purposes | $5,000 |
| Forge City Works | General Operating Purposes | $5,000 |
| Cobb School Montessori | To provide educattion for children ages 15 months to 12 years. | $5,000 |
| Bushnell Center | To encourage public appreciation of music, art and other public activities. | $5,000 |
| Melanoma Research Alliance | Support of melanoma research. | $5,000 |
| New Britain Museum of American Art | Support of Programming and Education. | $5,000 |
| UConn Health Neag Comprehensive Can | Support critical cancer research. | $5,000 |
| Halleck Creek Ranch | General Operating Purposes | $2,000 |
| Head-Royce School | To provide exceptional learning experiences for students goes beyond the classroom. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elinor Coleman
- Allison Coleman Frey
Questions people ask
Does The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation give?
$284,000 in tax year 2023, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Elinor Coleman (Trustee) and Allison Coleman Frey (Trustee).
What does The Sylvan C Coleman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.