Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc. was a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, supporting long-range programs focused on the well-being of working, low-income families. Its 2022 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, so it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 at a glance
In short: Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 gave $1.0M across 14 grants in 2022 (avg $75K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $1,046,994
- -62.0% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 14
- -12.5% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $74,785
- -56.6% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (51% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its website said it had no plans to accept proposals for new grants. Historically, grantees submitted three reports each year for review by the Board of Trustees, with feedback from the foundation; the website described grantmaking as a partnership involving open and frequent communication. These statements should not be treated as current application instructions given the final-return status.
- Contact
Mailing address: C/O Glenmede Trust Co Na 1650 Ma, Philadelphia, PA 19103-7391
Phone: (732) 747-2807
Website: https://www.pascalesykesfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Mercy Center Inc ($329K). Together the top 10 received $1.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
31 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 31 (45%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2022 filing reported that grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey (51%), New York (31%), New Hampshire (16%), and Washington, DC (1%). The foundation’s website also identified Southern New Jersey, Central New Jersey, Manhattan, and the South Bronx in its grantmaking guidelines, and named Atlantic, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties for its South Jersey initiative.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
How Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 gives
- 55% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2022). 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 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2022) to $8.4M (2020). In 2022 it made 14 grants totaling $1.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Center Inc Bronx, NY | Familia Adelante/Family | $328,822 |
| New City Kids Jersey City, NJ | Families for Literacy | $306,250 |
| Appel Farm Arts & Music Center Elmer, NH | Families to College | $169,250 |
| Parents Anonymous of NJ Trenton, NJ | Keansburg Father Time | $70,000 |
| Revive South Jersey Elmer, NJ | Unidos Para La Familia | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of New Jersey Morristown, NJ | Collaborative Efforts for | $25,000 |
| Council of New Jersey Grantmakers Inc Ewing, NJ | SJ Funders Consortium | $25,000 |
| Puerto Rican Action Board East Brunswick, NJ | Alumni Group | $25,000 |
| Temple Vision Corporation Bridgeton, NJ | Stronger Families | $25,000 |
| HABcore Inc Red Bank, NJ | Strengthening Families | $22,572 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2022 filing data provided does not include an asset figure.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $10,803 | $2,775,915 | $1,046,994 | 14 | $1,797,540 | — | $5,286 |
| 2021 | $2,752,538 | $957,321 | $4,677,626 | $2,755,032 | 16 | $3,450,129 | — | $344,612 |
| 2020 | $6,394,468 | $2,689,216 | $10,823,710 | $8,440,128 | 1 | — | $1,158,571 | $312,581 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 reported a distributable amount of $5K for 2022 — 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 foundation’s stated mission was to support innovative, flexible, holistic, long-range programs that promote the integrity, independence, and well-being of the intergenerational family unit. It focused on low-income families with at least one actual or potential wage earner, with an emphasis on prevention rather than crisis response. Its Whole Family Approach involved family-led planning, integrated services, informal supports, and agencies coordinating their work.
The foundation’s website described Southern New Jersey grants as limited to collaborations. In Central New Jersey, Manhattan, and the South Bronx, grants were limited to collaborations or agencies coordinating with other agencies. Its South Jersey Strengthening Families Initiative designated most of its assets for initiatives in Atlantic, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties.
Examples of grantees’ work include Mercy Center’s programs for women, men, and families in the South Bronx; Revive South Jersey’s work with local organizations to address community needs and strengthen families; and HABcore’s permanent housing and individualized support for families, veterans, and individuals with special needs. These are descriptions of the grantees’ missions, not the foundation’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2022, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $1,046,994. The grants ranged from $100 to $328,822, with a median grant of $25,000. Notable awards included $328,822 to Mercy Center Inc. for “Familia Adelante/Family,” $306,250 to New City Kids for “Families for Literacy,” $169,250 to Appel Farm Arts & Music Center for “Families to College,” and $70,000 to Parents Anonymous of NJ for “Keansburg Father Time.”
Other reported grants included $25,000 each to Revive South Jersey, Community Foundation of New Jersey, Council of New Jersey Grantmakers Inc., Puerto Rican Action Board, and Temple Vision Corporation; and $22,572 to HABcore Inc. These examples are not a complete list of the 14 grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing listed Frances P. Sykes as president; Jeanie Fox Lazerov as secretary; and Michael Jeary, Elaine Bradford, Susan Kyrillos, and Jody Veler as trustees.
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 is led by Frances P. Sykes, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Frances P. Sykes
President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elaine Bradford
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Jeary
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Kyrillos
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jody Veler
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeanie Fox Lazerov
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "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 Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42
How much does Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 give each year?
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 gave $1.0M across 14 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $2.8M across 16 grants.
What is Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's typical grant size?
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's median grant in 2022 was $25,000, and its average grant was $74,785, across 14 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 give grants?
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 gives mostly in New Jersey: 51% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (31%) and New Hampshire (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Trenton, NJ (2 grants), Morristown, NJ (2 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 give general operating support?
Not in 2022: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's 2022 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's largest grantees?
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's largest 2022 grantees include Mercy Center Inc ($328,822), New City Kids ($306,250) and Appel Farm Arts & Music Center ($169,250), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 77% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 fund?
The foundation’s stated mission was to support innovative, flexible, holistic, long-range programs that promote the integrity, independence, and well-being of the intergenerational family unit. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42?
The foundation stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 reported a distributable amount of $5K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's EIN?
Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3161324. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Does Pascale Sykes Foundation Inc 5575-00-42 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 2020–2022
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