Sylarn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sylarn Foundation is a private foundation in Marquette, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 11 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 10 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 6 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Sylarn 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Education program & scholarship fds | $1.1 million |
| Nmu Foundation | Siril endowments for the arts | $165,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of Am | General operations for healthcare | $75,000 |
| Beacon House | General operations | $45,000 |
| Mikva Challenge - DC | Youth development - mikva dc | $30,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Sarasota - | General operations | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard L Cohodas
- Nadine R Cohodas
- Kenneth J Seavoy
Questions people ask
Does Sylarn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sylarn Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs Sylarn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard L Cohodas (Director & P), Nadine R Cohodas (Director & V) and Kenneth J Seavoy (Director & A).