Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its 2023 filing reports 13 grants totaling $58,959 to charitable organizations, including organizations in New York, Massachusetts, and Florida.
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder at a glance
In short: Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder gave $59K across 13 grants in 2023 (avg $5K), mostly in New York. 23% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $58,959
- -29.8% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 13
- -27.8% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $4,535
- -2.7% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $990,754
- +17.1% vs 2022
- New grantees (estimate)
- 23% first-time grantees (3 of 13, 2023; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New York (58% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. No application process or materials are specified.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1080 Fifth Avenue 3A, New York, NY 10128
Phone: (212) 534-2328
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Fenways Charitable Committee ($20K). Together the top 10 received $57K.
Grant Size Distribution
76 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 76 grants of 76 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, 58% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 34% to Massachusetts, and 8% to Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder open to new grantees?
23%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 3 of 13 grantees (23%) were first-time recipients. With only 13 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $600 first-time, $2K repeat.
- 62% of 2023 grantees were also funded in 2022. Method
- Giving fell 38% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out 82% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2023). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $59K (2023) to $94K (2020). In 2023 it made 13 grants totaling $59K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fenways Charitable Committee Boston, MA | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $20,000 |
| Congregation Emanuel New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $17,930 |
| American Jewish Committee New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children Tampa, FL | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $5,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $2,000 |
| Thirteen Wnet NY New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $2,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $1,500 |
| UJA Federation of NY New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $1,500 |
| Temple Beth El of Great Neck Great Neck, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $1,220 |
| The Doe Fund New York, NY | To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $990,754 | $224,859 | $77,493 | $58,959 | 13 | $58,959 | $207,083 | $72,204 |
| 2022 | $846,168 | $54,816 | $105,541 | $83,929 | 18 | $83,929 | $33,705 | $78,735 |
| 2021 | $898,501 | $105,358 | $102,354 | $80,080 | 23 | — | $82,476 | $92,203 |
| 2020 | $869,605 | $62,581 | $109,723 | $94,410 | 22 | — | $47,268 | $72,379 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder reported a distributable amount of $72K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The 2023 grants include support for organizations working in several areas. The American Jewish Committee describes its mission as advancing the wellbeing of Jewish people and Israel, human rights, and democratic values. The American Museum of Natural History says it uses research and education to develop and share knowledge about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe. The Metropolitan Museum of Art says it collects, studies, conserves, and presents art across times and cultures.
Other grantees describe work in social services: Selfhelp Community Services focuses on maintaining the independence and dignity of seniors and at-risk populations, while The Doe Fund describes holistic support for people affected by homelessness, substance use, and criminal justice involvement. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not a stated mission of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $58,959. Grant amounts ranged from $209 to $20,000, with a median of $1,500. Its largest reported grants were $20,000 to Fenways Charitable Committee and $17,930 to Congregation Emanuel. Other notable grants included $5,000 each to the American Jewish Committee and Shriners Hospital for Children; $2,000 each to the American Museum of Natural History and THIRTEEN WNET NY; and $1,500 each to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and UJA Federation of NY.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Gilbert L. Snyder as president and treasurer and Linda A. Snyder as vice president and secretary.
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder is led by Gilbert L. Snyder, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Gilbert L. Snyder
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Linda A. Snyder
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder
How much does Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder give each year?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder gave $59K across 13 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $84K across 18 grants.
What is Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's typical grant size?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's median grant in 2023 was $1,500, and its average grant was $4,535, across 13 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder that year got $7K on average.
Where does Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder give grants?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder gives mostly in New York: 58% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Massachusetts (34%) and Florida (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (10 grants).
Does Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Further Works of Various Charitable Organizations" (13 grants).
Who are Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's largest grantees?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's largest 2023 grantees include Fenways Charitable Committee ($20,000), Congregation Emanuel ($17,930) and American Jewish Committee ($5,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 73% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder reported $991K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $59K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $72K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder fund?
The 2023 grants include support for organizations working in several areas. The American Jewish Committee describes its mission as advancing the wellbeing of Jewish people and Israel, human rights, and democratic values. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's EIN?
Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3961524. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does Gilbert L and Linda a Snyder accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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