VS Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
VS Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$52,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,059 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $52,000 | 7 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
VS 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 VS Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 2 | $30,000 |
| Ohio | 4 | $20,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Grove | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals | $25,000 |
| Arts Connect | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals | $5,000 |
| Cincinnati Public Radio | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals | $5,000 |
| Every Child Succeeds | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals | $5,000 |
| Pets in Need of Greater Cincinnati | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals | $5,000 |
| Wave Inc | Assist with resources to further tax-exempt organization's goals. | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | Assist with re | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard N Silbiger
- Dylan Silbiger
- Erica Silbiger
Questions people ask
Does VS Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does VS Family Foundation give?
$52,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs VS Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard N Silbiger (Director), Dylan Silbiger (Director) and Erica Silbiger (Director).
What does VS Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.