The Svrcek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Svrcek Foundation is a private foundation in Jericho, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$340,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $275,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $200,000 | 11 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 12 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $340,000 | 14 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
The Svrcek 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 Svrcek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $155,000 |
| New York | 7 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $70,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pivotworks Inc | Healthcare | $75,000 |
| Princeton University Annual Giving | Education | $50,000 |
| Harvard College | Student support fund for physics | $30,000 |
| MIT | Education | $30,000 |
| Friends of the Ihes Inc | Education | $20,000 |
| Institute of Advanced Studies | Education | $20,000 |
| Myriad USA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Leaf Education North America Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Carnegie Hall | The advancement of instrumental music | $15,000 |
| Mathematical Sciences Research Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | The advancement of instrumental music | $15,000 |
| New York City Ballet | The advancement of the arts | $10,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | The advancement of instrumental music | $10,000 |
| Ballet Theatre Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Svrcek
Questions people ask
Does The Svrcek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Svrcek Foundation give?
$340,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Svrcek Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Svrcek (President).
What does The Svrcek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.