Katz Silver Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Katz Silver Foundation is a private foundation in Weston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $114,150 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$114,150
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $108,750 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,750 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $114,150 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Katz Silver 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 Katz Silver Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 13 | $103,910 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $240 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hebrew Senior Life | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Stanford University | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wellesley College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bear Spot Farm Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Belmont Hill Golf Scholarship | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Temple Beth Elohim | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Belmont Hill School | Charitable | $500 |
| The Winsor School | Charitable | $500 |
| National Brain Tumor Society | Charitable | $360 |
| Colby College | Charitable | $250 |
| Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound | Charitable | $250 |
| The Tuck School of Business | Charitable | $240 |
| Weston Forest and Trail Association Inc | Charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Silver
- George J Katz Jr
Questions people ask
Does Katz Silver Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Katz Silver Foundation give?
$114,150 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Katz Silver Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jennifer Silver (Trustee) and George J Katz Jr (Trustee).
What does Katz Silver Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.