Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund
Accepts applications
Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund is a private foundation in Syracuse, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $251,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$251,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $261,300 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $242,000 | 26 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $261,300 | 27 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $251,500 | 21 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gay Pomeroy 440 S Warren Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (315) 233-8223 |
| What to submit | In writing |
What Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $216,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Everson Museum of Art | Arts | $40,000 |
| Syracuse Stage | Arts | $40,000 |
| The Haven at Skanda | Social services | $33,500 |
| Friends of the Three Bears | Historical preservation | $20,000 |
| John Hopkins All Childrens Hospital | Social services | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Social services | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York | Social services | $15,000 |
| Cortland Reperatory Theatre | Arts | $10,000 |
| Emmaus Ministry | Social services | $7,000 |
| ED23 Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Erie Canal Museum | Education | $5,000 |
| Madison County Children's Camp | Social services | $5,000 |
| Redhouse Performing Arts Center | Arts | $5,000 |
| The Rev Theatre | Arts | $5,000 |
| The Rippleton Center | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Syracuse Orchestra (Symphoria) | Arts | $5,000 |
| Front Row Players | Arts | $3,000 |
| Cny Jazz Central | Arts | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Central Library | Education | $2,500 |
| Caz Cares | Social services | $2,000 |
| Keys Program | Social services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gay M Pomeroy Esquire
- Elizabeth H Schaefer
- Mr S Sterling McMillan III
- Jennifer A Schaefer
- Kimberly Marie Hosmer
Questions people ask
Does Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund give?
$251,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Gay M Pomeroy Esquire (Trustee), Elizabeth H Schaefer (Trustee), Mr S Sterling McMillan III (Trustee) and Jennifer A Schaefer (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, human services and youth programs.