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The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in RICHLANDS, NC. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is Leon W Sylvester Iii. It holds total assets of $5.5M. Annual income is reported at $2M. Total assets have grown from $3.7M in 2011 to $5.5M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in North Carolina. According to available records, The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. has made 277 grants totaling $2.5M, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $426K and $1.1M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.1M distributed across 110 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $359K, with an average award of $9K. The foundation has supported 104 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in North Carolina, California, New York, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$233K
Based on 59 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 277 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NC, CA, NY.
The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $2.5M across 277 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $9K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $359K.
The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Sylvester Family Foundation Inc. is headquartered in RICHLANDS, NC. While based in NC, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leon W Sylvester Iii | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mary S Hargett | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$5.5M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$5.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
277
Total Giving
$2.5M
Average Grant
$9K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
104
Most Common Grant
$2K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| First Christian ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Richlands Methodist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $283K | 2023 |
| Costal Nc FcaTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $10K | 2023 |
| The Refuge ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Ayden, NC | $10K | 2023 |
| Richlands Volunteer Fire DeptTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $8K | 2023 |
| Onslow Pregnancy Resource CenterTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $7K | 2023 |
| Jarvis Methodist Church CharitableTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Greenville, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Camp Don LeeTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Arapahoe, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Encounter 61 ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Emerald Isle, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Brigade Boys & Girls ClubTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Wilmington, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Lenoir Greene Young LifeTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Kinston, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Alzheimer'S Association Eastern Nc ChapterTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Raleigh, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Agape Life Family ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $4K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Trenton, NC | $4K | 2023 |
| Haw Branch AmeTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $3K | 2023 |
| Louisburg CollegeTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Louisburg, NC | $3K | 2023 |
| Harrison Chapel ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Methodist Home For ChildrenTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Raleigh, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Moses TempleTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Muddy Creek Primitive Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Chinquapin, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| New River Pfwb ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| One Place Capital CampaignTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Richlands Church Of ChristTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Richlands First Free Will Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Richlands United Pentecostal ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| River Of LifeTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| St Mildred'S Catholic Church CharitableTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Swansboro, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Springfield ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| New Covenant ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Clyde, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| First Church Of GodTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Baysden Chapel Pfwb ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Bible Church MinistriesTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Blooming Hill Free Will Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Catherine Lake Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Cedar Fork Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Beulaville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Changing Hearts MinistryTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Christian Community ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Coastal Carolina Center For WomenTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Newport, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Community Christian ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| First United Pentecostal ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Floyd Pond Holiness ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Free Holiness Mission ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Gospel Light ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Trenton, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Great Branch Pfwb ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Greater Vision ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Wilmington, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Union Chapel Christian ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Bethany Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Bethlehem Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Jacksonville, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| St Paul Free Will Baptist ChurchTO FURTHER THE CHARITABLE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. | Richlands, NC | $2K | 2023 |