The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation is a private foundation in Beachwood, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $505,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$505,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500,000 the year before.
5% of its 2025 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 | $397,500 | 14 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 18 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $505,000 | 19 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael J O'Brien 25550 Chagrin Boulevard Suite 100, Beachwood, OH 44122 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (216) 472-1500 |
| What to submit | Requests can be in the form of a letter detailing the charitable organization and its purpose of the request. |
| Restrictions | To the extent the Foundation has revenues beyond its needs, the Foundation intends to contribute such revenues to organizations that are described in Section 170(c) and/or Section 501(c)(3) and/or Section 2055(a) and/or Section 2522(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. |
What The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 12 | $405,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $55,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $18,750 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Coast Community Homes | Educational | $100,000 |
| Cleveland Animal Protective League | Educational | $50,000 |
| Edwin's Foundation | Educational | $50,000 |
| Mooresville Arts Center | Educational | $50,000 |
| Thea Bowman Center | Educational | $50,000 |
| University Hospitals | Educational | $50,000 |
| Mayfield High School Alumni Association | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Lyceum | Educational | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities-Northeast Ohio | Educational | $15,000 |
| The Gathering Place | Educational | $15,000 |
| TGH Foundation | Educational | $12,500 |
| Billy Hurley III Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Sight Center | Educational | $10,000 |
| Herps Alive Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Waldo's Rescue Pen | Educational | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay | Educatonal | $6,250 |
| Verity's Village | Educational | $6,250 |
| Hanna Perkins Center for Child Development | Educational | $5,000 |
| Cowboy's Chance | Educational | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J O'Brien
- James R Pokorny
Questions people ask
Does The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation give?
$505,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J O'Brien (Co-Trustee) and James R Pokorny (Co-Trustee).
What does The Sylvia and Heath Oliver Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.