Silvester Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Silvester Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $106,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$106,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$101,506
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,866 the year before.
57% 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 | $40,000 | 9 | $65,137 |
| 2024 | $32,866 | 10 | $207,734 |
| 2025 | $106,000 | 7 | $101,506 |
How to apply
Silvester Foundation Inc 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 Silvester Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $103,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Furry Animals Humane | General | $85,000 |
| Helping People Succeed | General | $8,000 |
| Epilepsy Alliance | General | $5,000 |
| Cancer Alliance of Help and Hope | General | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | General | $2,000 |
| Nalas Rescue | General | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur W Silvester Jr
Questions people ask
Does Silvester Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silvester Foundation Inc give?
$106,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Silvester Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur W Silvester Jr (President).
What does Silvester Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.