The Murray and Randy Sawyer Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmington, Delaware · EIN 47-1519693 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$95K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Sigma Foundation | Ithaca, NY | Education | $50,000 |
| Unc Chapel Hill University Library | Chapel Hill, NC | Education | $20,000 |
| First State Squash | Wilmington, DE | Physical wellness | $10,000 |
| The 1103 Market Street Foundation | Wilmington, DE | Historical society | $5,000 |
| Tower Hill School | Wilmington, DE | Education | $5,000 |
| Rcw Services Foundation | Wilmington, DE | Education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $95,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $71,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $55,500 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349102998
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-1519693
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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