Shupe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shupe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mesa, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $288,221 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$288,221
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was down from $711,000 the year before.
73% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $341,000 | 15 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $711,000 | 7 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $288,221 | 15 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Shupe Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Shupe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 5 | $173,721 |
| Illinois | 2 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 4 | $32,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Red Mountain Community Church | To further the mission of the donee | $150,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | To further the mission of the donee | $35,000 |
| Paw Paw Lake Foundation | To further the mission of the donee | $25,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | To further the mission of the donee | $25,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | To further the mission of the donee | $15,000 |
| People for Bikes | To further the mission of the donee | $10,000 |
| Indy West Wrestling | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Paw Paw Lake Sailing Fdn | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| The Grove Church Planting Network | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Tour of Lake Ellyn Foundation | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Be Good Foundation | To further the mission of the donee | $2,500 |
| Liberty Wildlife | To further the mission of the donee | $2,487 |
| Hope & A Future | To further the mission of the donee | $1,234 |
| Hillsdale College | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| League of Mi Bicyclists | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffery M Shupe
- Susan Shupe
- Madeline Shupe
Questions people ask
Does Shupe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shupe Family Foundation give?
$288,221 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Shupe Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffery M Shupe (Grantor/Trustee), Susan Shupe (Grantor/Trustee) and Madeline Shupe (Secretary).
What does Shupe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.