The Silk Foundation Northern Trust
Invitation OnlySaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 26-1484066 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$440K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$9.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $37,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
16% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of St Louis | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Jewish Student Union | Clayton, MO | Charitable | $70,000 |
| Hillel at Washington University | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $65,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $37,500 |
| Gladys & Henry Crown Center | Saint Louis, MO | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Be the Narrative | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Jewish Learning Initiative on Campu | New York, NY | Charitable | $15,000 |
| One Happy Camper | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Saint Louis Jewish Light | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Judaism Alive | Chesterfield, MO | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Pj Library | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $440,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $397,000 | 14 |
| 2022 | $431,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640429349100304
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1484066
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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