Private foundation · EIN 86-0812455 · Tucson, Arizona · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Jake and Goldie Silverman Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 5 grants paid, $110K total, median $10K. 100% of grants stayed in Arizona.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
5
$110K
Median grant
$10K
Stays in AZ
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.6M

Grants paid in 2025

5 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Echoing Hope RanchHereford, AZProvide supportive resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build new skills, gain independence, and s…$65K
Community Food BankTucson, AZSupport$20K
Chabad of Sierra VistaSierra Vista, AZSupport bringing the message of Judaism to children, adults, and seniors$10K
Congregation Anshei IsraelTucson, AZSupport bringing the message of Judaism to children, adults, and seniors$10K
Tucson Jewish Community CenterTucson, AZJcc camp j$5,000

About this foundation

Jake and Goldie Silverman Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Tucson, Arizona, administered in care of R&a Cpas, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

All filings on ProPublica

Does Jake and Goldie Silverman Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Jake and Goldie Silverman Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $110K across 5 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Jake and Goldie Silverman Foundation give?

Arizona (5 grants), per its latest filing.

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