The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $848,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $600,000. 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$848,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$14.1 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $787,750 the year before.
6% 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 | $787,750 | 17 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $848,500 | 18 | $14.1 million |
How to apply
The Boyer-Snyder 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.
What The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $600,400 |
| New York | 10 | $146,100 |
| Maine | 3 | $100,750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wesleyan University | Third payment of 2021 pledge | $600,000 |
| Bowery Residents Committee | Annual gift for general support | $100,000 |
| Mdi Biological Laboratory | Annual gift for general support | $100,000 |
| The Children's Aid Society | Gala donation | $30,000 |
| Shining Hope for Communities | Annual gift for general support | $10,000 |
| Congregation Rodeph Sholom | Religious education | $3,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Annual gift for general support | $1,000 |
| Dwight Englewood School | Annual gift for general support | $500 |
| Friends of Acadia | Annual gift for general support | $500 |
| Selfhelp Community Services Foundation | Annual gift for general support | $500 |
| U Penn - Penn Carey Law School | Annual gift for general support | $500 |
| Wnyc New York Public Radio | Annual gift for general support | $500 |
| Hopkins School | Annual gift for general support | $400 |
| Chewonki Foundation | Annual gift for general support | $250 |
| The Farmlink Project | Annual gift for general support | $250 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Annual gift for general support | $200 |
| Columbia Business School | Annual gift for general support | $200 |
| The New York Women's Foundation | Annual gift for general support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Phoebe C Boyer
- Todd R Snyder
Questions people ask
Does The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation give?
$848,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Phoebe C Boyer (President) and Todd R Snyder (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does The Boyer-Snyder Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.