The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn
Preselected recipients only
The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $366,000 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$366,000
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $354,500 the year before.
30% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $368,500 | 45 | $5.0 million |
| 2023 | $372,500 | 46 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $354,500 | 37 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $366,000 | 42 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn 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 Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 38 | $271,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $35,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation Inc | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Congregation Bet Ha'am | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Temple Society of Concord | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of SC Inc | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Beth Sholom Congregation | Commitment to support the | $15,000 |
| Main Line Reform Temple | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Philadelphia leaders for | $10,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Chevra Inc | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Or | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Mann Center for the Performing Arts | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| National Museum of American Jewish History | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocates | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Franklin Institute | Partnerships for achieving | $10,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Bronstein scholarship | $10,000 |
| Friends' Central School | Class of '86 endowed | $10,000 |
| Mikveh at Temple Beth Hillel Beth El | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| JEVS Human Services | General charitable purposes | $8,500 |
| Albert Einstein Healthcare Network | Mossrehab's aphasia center | $5,000 |
| Beth David Reform Congregation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital Foundation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| City Year Inc | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Fox Chase Cancer Center | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Settlement Music School | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Temple Hillel | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Thorncroft Equestrian Center | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | 2025 annual event | $5,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Penn medicine radnor - | $5,000 |
| Drexel University | Hillel at drexel university | $5,000 |
| Jefferson | Cardiology department | $5,000 |
| Lafayette College | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Penn Hillel | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Strawberry Mansion Learning Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Benchmark School | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| The Philadelphia Chorus | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Leveling the Playing Field Inc | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian Comisky
- Joshua Broker
- Mathew J Comisky
Questions people ask
Does The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn give?
$366,000 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Ian Comisky (Trustee), Joshua Broker (Trustee) and Mathew J Comisky (Trustee).
What does The Solomon & Sylvia Bronstein Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.