Silver Lining Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Silver Lining Foundation is a private foundation in Norman, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $92,300 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $15,000. 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$92,300
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $92,632 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $92,632 | 8 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $92,300 | 12 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Silver Lining 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 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $72,300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Warrior National Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Burke Center for Youth | Charitabl | $15,000 |
| Providence Network | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| TX Heritage Songwriters Association | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Refuge | Charitable | $10,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin Engineering Dept | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Chac | Charitable | $4,800 |
| Aspcaorg | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrier Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Charles Farmer
- Dana L Farmer
Questions people ask
Does Silver Lining Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silver Lining Foundation give?
$92,300 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Silver Lining Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Charles Farmer (Director) and Dana L Farmer (Director).