Sy Syms Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sy Syms Foundation is a private foundation in Warren, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.4 million and the largest $2.4 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.4 million
- Largest grant$2.4 million
- Assets$31.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
100% 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 | $3.2 million | 57 | $32.7 million |
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 39 | $32.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 1 | $31.9 million |
How to apply
Sy Syms 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $2.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions 512024 - 4302025 - Detail Available Upon Request | Charitable activities | $2.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Marcy Syms Merns
- Mark Freiberg
- Lynn Tamarkin Syms
Questions people ask
Does Sy Syms Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sy Syms Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.4 million.
Who runs Sy Syms Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marcy Syms Merns (Trustee & President), Mark Freiberg (Trustee & Treasurer) and Lynn Tamarkin Syms (Trustee).