The Silas West Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Silas West Foundation is a private foundation in Dayton, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$175,934
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $10,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $10,000 | 8 | $168,111 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 7 | $174,635 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 8 | $175,934 |
How to apply
The Silas West 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 The Silas West Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $7,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northhills Christian Church Northhills Christian Church | Assistance for religious activities | $2,000 |
| Cherry Run Camp Meeting Association Cherry Run Camp Meeting Association | Assistance for religious activities | $2,000 |
| Oakland Church of God Oakland Church of God | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
| Campus Outreach Campus Outreach | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
| Samanthas Purse Samanthas Purse | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
| The Gideons International the Gideons International | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army the Salvation Arny | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Evangelism Fellowship | Assistance for religious activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randy S West Sr
- Gail Roberts
- Lisa Porter
- Noel West
Questions people ask
Does The Silas West Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Silas West Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Silas West Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Randy S West Sr (President), Gail Roberts (Sectrtary), Lisa Porter (Vice-Preside) and Noel West (Treasurer).
What does The Silas West Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.