Silicon Valley Luminary Society
Preselected recipients only
Silicon Valley Luminary Society is a private foundation in Redwood City, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,250 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$26,250
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$897,563
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1,750 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $1,750 | 3 | $754,528 |
| 2024 | $26,250 | 7 | $897,563 |
How to apply
Silicon Valley Luminary Society 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 Silicon Valley Luminary Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $21,250 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of American Heritage | Charities | $5,000 |
| South Dakota State University Foundation | Charities | $5,000 |
| The Tech Interactive | Charities | $5,000 |
| South Dakota Discovery Center | Charities | $5,000 |
| Stanford University | Charities | $5,000 |
| Scholarship Funds of the University Club of Palo Alto | Charities | $1,000 |
| Computer History Museum | Charities | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Williams
- Douglas C Hohbach
Questions people ask
Does Silicon Valley Luminary Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silicon Valley Luminary Society give?
$26,250 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Silicon Valley Luminary Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy Williams (President) and Douglas C Hohbach (Secretary).
What does Silicon Valley Luminary Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.