Mather Fund Richard Mather Fund
Historical FunderSyracuse, New York · EIN 15-6018423 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GAY POMEROY |
|---|---|
| Address | 440 S WARREN STREET, SYRACUSE NY 13202 |
| Phone | 3152338223 |
| Form and materials | IN WRITING |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everson Museum of Art | Syracuse, NY | Arts | $40,000 |
| Syracuse Stage | Syracuse, NY | Arts | $40,000 |
| The Haven at Skanda | Cazenovia, NY | Social services | $33,500 |
| Friends of the Three Bears | Ovid, NY | Historical preservation | $20,000 |
| John Hopkins All Childrens Hospital | Saint Petersburg, FL | Social services | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Rochester, NY | Social services | $20,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities of Central New York | Syracuse, FL | Social services | $15,000 |
| Cortland Reperatory Theatre | Cortland, NY | Arts | $10,000 |
| Emmaus Ministry | Syracuse, NY | Social services | $7,000 |
| Ed23 Foundation | Syracuse, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| Erie Canal Museum | Syracuse, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| Madison County Children's Camp | Eaton, NY | Social services | $5,000 |
| Redhouse Performing Arts Center | Syracuse, NY | Arts | $5,000 |
| The Rev Theatre | Auburn, NY | Arts | $5,000 |
| The Rippleton Center | Cazenovia, NY | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Syracuse Orchestra (Symphoria) | Syracuse, NY | Arts | $5,000 |
| Front Row Players | Manlius, NY | Arts | $3,000 |
| Cny Jazz Central | Syracuse, NY | Arts | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Central Library | Syracuse, NY | Education | $2,500 |
| Caz Cares | Cazenovia, NY | Social services | $2,000 |
| Keys Program | Sherrill, NY | Social services | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $251,500 | 21 |
| 2024 | $261,300 | 27 |
| 2023 | $242,000 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601209349100040
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 15-6018423
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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