Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $11,250 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$11,250
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$12.7 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
43% 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 | $2.3 million | 18 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 14 | $12.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kenneth Silverman 195 Morristown Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (973) 765-0100 |
| What to submit | Letter from the applicant indicating the purpose of the organization and the proposed use of the requested contribution. |
What Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $1.4 million |
| New Jersey | 5 | $85,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Icahn School of Medicine | General charitable | $1.1 million |
| Mount Sinai Department of Surgery | General charitable | $250,000 |
| Mt Sinai School of Medicine | General charitable | $64,600 |
| Chabad House - Lubavitch Inc | General charitable | $50,000 |
| NYU Faces | General charitable | $30,000 |
| Yamba Malawi | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | General charitable | $12,500 |
| Community Food Bank | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Rileys Dance | General charitable | $10,000 |
| The Willow School | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Cny Memorial Stair Climb | General charitable | $6,000 |
| Friendship Circle | General charitable | $5,400 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | General charitable | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Silverman
- Claudia Silverman
- Britany Nelson
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $11,250.
Who runs Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenneth Silverman (Trustee/Settlor), Claudia Silverman (Trustee/Settlor) and Britany Nelson (Trustee(full Year)/Manager).
What does Kenneth and Claudia Silverman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.