Ben Silverman Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 26-2454784 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$61K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$519K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Seacrest Foundation | Nashville, TN | To support the ongoing mission of the organization. | $15,000 |
| US Ski & Snowboard Foundation | Park City, UT | To support the ongoing mission of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Creative Community for Peace's | Los Angeles, CA | To support the ongoing mission of the organization for creative community for peace. | $10,000 |
| Merona Leadership Foundation | Encino, CA | To support the ongoing mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Friends of Rodeph Sholom School | New York, NY | To support the ongoing mission of the organization. | $6,000 |
| The Jewish Grad Organization | Beverly Hills, CA | To support the ongoing mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $61,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $162,066 | 8 |
| 2023 | $160,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349103155
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2454784
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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