Benedict Silverman Foundation
New York, New York · EIN 261441980 · Private foundation
Benedict Silverman Foundation is a New York-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.6M in annual giving against $37.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 47 grants for Benedict Silverman Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Benedict Silverman Foundation funds
Benedict Silverman Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, early childhood education, education, food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Trust GENERAL OPERATING | New York, NY | $2.1M | 2020 |
| The Reading Institute OPERATIONAL SUPPORT - SCIENCE OF READING INTERVENTIONS | New York, NY | $2.0M | 2024 |
| Research Foundation of the City University of New York LITERACY PROGRAMMING | New York, NY | $1.5M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Benedict Silverman Foundation
Benedict Silverman Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Benedict Silverman Foundation
- Does Benedict Silverman Foundation accept grant applications?
- Benedict Silverman Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Benedict Silverman Foundation fund?
- Benedict Silverman Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Literacy Trust, The Reading Institute, Research Foundation of the City University of New York. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Benedict Silverman Foundation give in grants?
- Benedict Silverman Foundation reported $2.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $11.1M over 47 grants.
- Where is Benedict Silverman Foundation located?
- Benedict Silverman Foundation is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 261441980.
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