Sylvan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sylvan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Island Park, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $44,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$44,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $41,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $41,000 | 7 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Sylvan Family 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 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $39,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 92nd Street Y | Donation | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | Donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Donation | $7,000 |
| Alzelheimers Association | Donation | $5,000 |
| HSS Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Donation | $3,000 |
| MVP Miracle House Foundation Inc | Donation | $3,000 |
| Community Mayors Inc | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward V Vrona Jr
- Leandro A Vaysman
Questions people ask
Does Sylvan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sylvan Family Foundation give?
$44,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sylvan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward V Vrona Jr (Director) and Leandro A Vaysman (Director).