Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation is a private foundation in Playa Vista, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$26,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$688,589
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,200 the year before.
70% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $24,100 | 5 | $668,698 |
| 2024 | $24,200 | 7 | $581,975 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 10 | $688,589 |
How to apply
Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $21,500 |
| New York | 3 | $4,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Blvd Temple Camps | Camp program for youth | $10,000 |
| Bgcop | Youth programs for career exploratio | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | Medical research | $2,500 |
| American Friends Jordan River Village Foundation | Helps children and families | $2,000 |
| Westlake Instrumental Music Booster | Provide students access music progra | $2,000 |
| American Friends of the Idf Widows and Orphans | Support families of first responders | $1,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Supports jewish and israeli heroism | $1,000 |
| Karsh Social Service Center | Caring for neighbors | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Sending meals to homebound people | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Mortgage free homes to fallen | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Sills
- Susan Casamessima
Questions people ask
Does Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Sills (President &) and Susan Casamessima (Secretary).
What does Samuel J & Thelma Sills Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and human services.