The Silver Lining Foundation
San Francisco, California · EIN 943285094 · Private foundation
The Silver Lining Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $3.6M in annual giving against $80.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 308 grants for The Silver Lining Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Silver Lining Foundation funds
The Silver Lining Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, education.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Education Partners TO SUPPORT EDUCATION PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $1.1M | 2023 |
| California Education Partners TO SUPPORT EDUCATION PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $1.0M | 2024 |
| California Education Partners FURTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSE | San Francisco, CA | $898K | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from The Silver Lining Foundation
The Silver Lining 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. You can review the foundation directly at silvergiving.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Silver Lining Foundation
- Does The Silver Lining Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Silver Lining 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 The Silver Lining Foundation fund?
- The Silver Lining Foundation's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include California Education Partners. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Silver Lining Foundation give in grants?
- The Silver Lining Foundation reported $3.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $24.4M over 308 grants.
- Where is The Silver Lining Foundation located?
- The Silver Lining Foundation is based in San Francisco, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 943285094.
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