Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cicero, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,500 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $27,500 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $17,500 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $32,500 | 1 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 1 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc 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
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity EtaSam | General | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Fagenson
- Scott Bloom
- Jason Helfstein
- Cliff Mendelson
Questions people ask
Does Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Fagenson (President), Scott Bloom (Vice President), Jason Helfstein (Secretary) and Cliff Mendelson (Treasurer).