The Silvestri Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Silvestri Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $187,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$187,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $247,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $186,200 | 9 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $247,500 | 10 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $187,000 | 6 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
The Silvestri 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $147,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Healthy Minds | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Group for the East End | Charitable | $35,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Trustees of Univ of Penn | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Villa St Francis | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Franciscan Sisters | Charitable 501(c)(3) | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Silvestri
- Carolyn Risoli
- Joseph A Silvestri
- Olivia A Silvestri
Questions people ask
Does The Silvestri Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Silvestri Family Foundation give?
$187,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Silvestri Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Silvestri (President/Treasurer), Carolyn Risoli (Vp/Secretary), Joseph A Silvestri (Director) and Olivia A Silvestri (Director).