Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $12.1 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $3.6 million. 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$12.1 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$3.6 million
- Assets$72.6 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.6 million the year before.
24% 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 | $14.0 million | 23 | $52.9 million |
| 2024 | $5.6 million | 26 | $67.3 million |
| 2025 | $12.1 million | 17 | $72.6 million |
How to apply
Shapiro-Silverberg 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 Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $7.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3.0 million |
| California | 1 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $280,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee | Charitable | $3.6 million |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | Charitable | $3.0 million |
| UJA Federation of New York | Charitable | $1.5 million |
| Rockefeller University | Charitable | $1.3 million |
| The New Jewish Home | Charitable | $1.3 million |
| Lawyers for Children Inc | Charitable | $550,000 |
| Washington Institute for Near East Policy | Charitable | $230,000 |
| The Tony Blair Foundation | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Central Synagogue | Charitable | $150,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Israel Policy Forum Inc | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Footsteps Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life | Charitable | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Monell Chemical Senses Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Shapiro
- Shonni J Silverberg
Questions people ask
Does Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation give?
$12.1 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Shapiro (Trustee) and Shonni J Silverberg (Trustee).
What does Shapiro-Silverberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.