Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation is a private foundation in Wyandotte, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $55,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Silvana Ganz Gill 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 Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Scapular | General support to local parish | $10,000 |
| Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| American Stroke Association | Preventative research | $10,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Support breast cancer research | $10,000 |
| Boys Town | General support for children and families | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Silvana Ganz Gill
- Steven Grekin
- Tara Grekin
Questions people ask
Does Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Silvana Ganz Gill (President), Steven Grekin (Treasurer) and Tara Grekin (Secretary).
What does Silvana Ganz Gill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.