Silverman Fam Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Silverman Fam Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,800 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $45,000. 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$136,800
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $121,800 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $122,800 | 15 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $121,800 | 15 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $136,800 | 15 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Silverman Fam Foundation Trust 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 Silverman Fam Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 7 | $39,800 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $22,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Alyn Hospital | Program support | $45,000 |
| Camp Ramah in Wisconsin | Program support | $25,000 |
| Greenlight Fund | Program support | $20,000 |
| Washington University in St Louis | Program support | $15,000 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Program support | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth El | Program support | $7,500 |
| Sager Solomon Schechter School | Program support | $2,500 |
| Milwaukee Jewish Federation | Program support | $2,500 |
| Brandeis University | Program support | $2,500 |
| North Suburban Synagogue Beth El | Program support | $1,800 |
| Hunger Task Force of Milwaukee | Program support | $1,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Milwaukee | Program support | $1,000 |
| Jewish Child & Family Services | Program support | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Program support | $1,000 |
| The Ark | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bmo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Silverman Fam Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silverman Fam Foundation Trust give?
$136,800 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Silverman Fam Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bmo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Silverman Fam Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.