Norman R Tyre And Margery C Tyre
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a diverse range of causes, primarily focusing on health-related initiatives, including cancer research and support, Alzheimer's awareness, and mental health organizations. It also funds educational institutions and community service projects, reflecting a commitment to enhancing community well-being and education. The foundation's grantmaking is characterized by unrestricted funding, allowing recipients flexibility in how they utilize the support. While it primarily serves organizations within California, it also extends its support to various entities across the United States.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small or midsize nonprofits seeking modest unrestricted support, especially California-based organizations or groups with an existing referral or relationship to the foundation.
Good Fit
- • Requests for small unrestricted grants (typically under $5,000).
- • Established presence or programs in California (the dominant state for giving).
- • Alignment with health, cancer, community service, women's, or local civic causes evidenced in past grants.
- • A prior relationship, board/staff introduction, or endorsement from a past recipient.
- • Local credibility and clear, concise descriptions of impact suitable for small discretionary awards.
Geography
Grants span nine states in the observed years, which qualifies as a multi-state footprint even though California received the majority (67%) of dollars.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 31 distinct grantees receiving small awards; the portfolio funds many independent organizations rather than a single beneficiary.
New Applicants
Although the foundation added about 12 new recipients in the latest year, its published practice is to fund only preselected applicants and no public application route or contact details were found, so an unfamiliar applicant is unlikely to gain entry without an introduction.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
