Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Branson, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $416,542 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $22,202 and the largest $64,737. 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$416,542
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$22,202
- Largest grant$64,737
- Assets$861,256
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $349,983 the year before.
18% 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 | $364,000 | 2 | $353,795 |
| 2024 | $349,983 | 14 | $477,897 |
| 2025 | $416,542 | 17 | $861,256 |
How to apply
Silver Dollar City 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 17 | $416,542 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Branson School District | Dual-language books & classroom resources | $64,737 |
| Reeds Spring School District | Support a behavior support program | $37,068 |
| Hollister School District | Support the district's social work office | $33,338 |
| Forsyth School District | Support affordable childcare | $33,070 |
| Crane School District | Afterschool tutoring and mentoring | $25,180 |
| Spokane School District | Playground, hope bags & attendance incentives | $24,732 |
| Galena School District | Part-time pat teacher | $23,799 |
| Blue Eye School District | Support an all-inclusive playground | $23,511 |
| Kirbyville School District | Preschool tuition assistance | $22,202 |
| Hurley School District | Hygiene items, clothing & meals for field trips | $22,185 |
| Bradleyville School District | Support a full-time preschool aide position | $22,023 |
| Taneyville School District | Preschool scholarships for reduced lunches | $21,593 |
| Kids Win Missouri | Childcare community planning project | $21,000 |
| Shell Knob School District | Pat playdates, community nights & hygiene supplies | $20,840 |
| Mark Twain School District | Support a full-time preschool aide | $20,714 |
| Branson School Foundation | Support community breakfast | $300 |
| Hope Counseling Center | Supported effort to raise awareness about mental health | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Melinda Honey
- Brad Thomas
- Anne E McGregor
- Gail Myer
- Amy Wescott
- Ted Cunningham
- Tiffany Ingram
- Mac McGregor
Questions people ask
Does Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc give?
$416,542 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $22,202.
Who runs Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Melinda Honey (Exec Director), Brad Thomas (Chairman), Anne E McGregor (Vice Chair) and Gail Myer (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Silver Dollar City Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.