Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,400 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $16,500. 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$28,400
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$16,500
- Assets$646,073
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,000 the year before.
94% of its 2025 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 | $16,500 | 3 | $568,864 |
| 2024 | $23,000 | 2 | $604,987 |
| 2025 | $28,400 | 16 | $646,073 |
How to apply
Myron S & Helen K Silver Family 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 Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $28,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Home Foundation | General donation | $16,500 |
| Breast Cancer Coalition | General donation | $3,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester | General donation | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General donation | $1,000 |
| Urban League of Rochester | General donation | $1,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General donation | $750 |
| Foodlink Inc | General donation | $650 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Rochester | General donation | $500 |
| Brighton Food Cupboard | General donation | $500 |
| Camp Good Days and Special Times Inc | General donation | $500 |
| Jewish Family Service of Rochester | General donation | $500 |
| The Center for Youth Services Inc | General donation | $500 |
| Wxxi Public Broadcasting Council | General donation | $500 |
| David Hochstein Memorial Music School | General donation | $500 |
| National Braille Associates | General donation | $500 |
| Multi-Use Community Cultural Center | General donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara Silver-Shumway
Questions people ask
Does Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation give?
$28,400 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara Silver-Shumway (Co-Trustee).
What does Myron S & Helen K Silver Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.