Benedict Silverman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benedict Silverman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $57,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$57,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$37.3 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
22% 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 | $2.2 million | 14 | $37.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 9 | $37.3 million |
How to apply
Benedict Silverman 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 Benedict Silverman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $2.5 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $57,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $11,471 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Reading Institute | Operational support - science of reading interventions | $2.0 million |
| Fund for the City of New York | Food pantry | $200,000 |
| South Asian Council for Social Services | Food pantry | $125,000 |
| Elijah's Promise Inc | Food pantry | $100,000 |
| It Takes A Village | Food pantry | $57,000 |
| Chalkbeat | Support the science of reading | $50,000 |
| Riverside Church | Donation of food and shelter | $50,000 |
| Canisius College | Pilot sites - grant funds | $18,337 |
| Georgia Gwinnett College Foundation Inc | Literacy programming | $11,471 |
Officers and trustees
- Jayne Bentzen
- Diane Archer
- Allison Jaffin
- Scott Harrison
- Rhahime Bell
- Stephen Presser
Questions people ask
Does Benedict Silverman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benedict Silverman Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $57,000.
Who runs Benedict Silverman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jayne Bentzen (President), Diane Archer (Secretary), Allison Jaffin (Trustee) and Scott Harrison (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Benedict Silverman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, food and hunger and education.