Silver Dollar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Silver Dollar Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $240,600 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $137,600. 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$240,600
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$137,600
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $2,500 | 1 | $130,043 |
| 2024 | $240,600 | 9 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Silver Dollar 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 Silver Dollar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 8 | $200,600 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | Religious | $137,600 |
| Israaid US Global Humanitarian Assistance Inc | Eliminating poverty | $40,000 |
| Fast Forward for the Planet | Environmental impact | $25,000 |
| Choice Humanitarian | Eliminating poverty | $24,000 |
| Rise and Rebuild Foundation | Eliminating poverty | $10,000 |
| Tanner Dance at U of U | Arts and education | $1,800 |
| Intermountain Healthcare Foundation | Primary children's hospital | $1,500 |
| University Hospital Foundation | Orthopedic hospital | $500 |
| Rescue Mission of SLC | Ending homelessness | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Holding
- Christine Holding
- Catherine Holding Didier
- Clayton Holding
- Dallin Holding
- David Holding
- Lauren Christine Holding
- Charlotte Covery Holding
Questions people ask
Does Silver Dollar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Silver Dollar Foundation give?
$240,600 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Silver Dollar Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Holding (President, Treasurer, Director), Christine Holding (President, Secretary, Director), Catherine Holding Didier (Director) and Clayton Holding (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Silver Dollar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.