The Silk Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Silk Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ketchum, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $811,880 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $288,500. 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$811,880
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$288,500
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $797,142 the year before.
55% 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 | $797,142 | 42 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $811,880 | 44 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
The Silk 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 The Silk Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $541,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $127,000 |
| New York | 7 | $67,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,530 |
| Colorado | 2 | $10,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $6,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,250 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union Rescue Mission | General | $288,500 |
| Basser Center for Brca | General | $127,000 |
| Land of the Free Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General | $25,500 |
| Childrens Hospital of la | General | $25,000 |
| Swim With Mike Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| University of Southern California | General | $25,000 |
| Uli Foundation | General | $15,530 |
| March to the Top - Africa | General | $15,000 |
| The Bowery Mission | General | $15,000 |
| YMCA Metro la | General | $15,000 |
| American Heart Association | General | $10,000 |
| Cancer Support Community Greater Sa | General | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Founda | General | $10,000 |
| City of Hope Lare | General | $10,000 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | General | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Idf | General | $10,000 |
| Hopestream Community | General | $10,000 |
| Partnership With Children | General | $10,000 |
| South Pasadena SM YMCA | General | $10,000 |
| The Asia Society | General | $10,000 |
| Teaching Matters | General | $7,500 |
| Higher Ground | General | $6,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | General | $6,250 |
| Aarep la | General | $5,000 |
| Anera | General | $5,000 |
| Children Burn Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Chrysalis | General | $5,000 |
| Coro Southern California | General | $5,000 |
| Discovery Land Co Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Family Violence Law Center | General | $5,000 |
| Hawaii State Junior Golf Associatio | General | $5,000 |
| One World Children's Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Project Lyme | General | $5,000 |
| Cirque Lodge Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Friends in Deed | General | $2,500 |
| Abilityfirst | General | $2,000 |
| Alisal Center for Fine Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Dolphins Challenge Cancer | General | $1,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association Inc | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Silk
- Susan Silk
Questions people ask
Does The Silk Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Silk Family Foundation give?
$811,880 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Silk Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Silk (Pres/Trustee) and Susan Silk (Trustee).
What does The Silk Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.