The Sye Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Sye Fund is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $263,968 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,088 and the largest $149,264. 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$263,968
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,088
- Largest grant$149,264
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $192,616 the year before.
63% 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 | $209,616 | 4 | $5.0 million |
| 2023 | $192,616 | 7 | $9.9 million |
| 2024 | $263,968 | 9 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The Sye Fund 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 Sye Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $215,528 |
| California | 2 | $18,176 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,088 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,088 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,088 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mad Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $149,264 |
| Mad Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $56,088 |
| 826DC Inc | helping kids dream big, find their voice, and inspiring them to write fund | $10,088 |
| National Taiwan University Medical College Alumni | General & Unrestricted | $10,088 |
| Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles | General & Unrestricted | $10,088 |
| Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,088 |
| Zero Foodprint | General & Unrestricted | $8,088 |
| Corning Day Programs Inc Corning | General & Unrestricted | $5,088 |
| Syracuse University | Men's Basketball Club Fund | $5,088 |
Officers and trustees
- Dwayne J Sye
Questions people ask
Does The Sye Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sye Fund give?
$263,968 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,088.
Who runs The Sye Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Dwayne J Sye (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Sye Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.