The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$136
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $643,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $104,169 | 6 | $497,310 |
| 2024 | $643,000 | 5 | $59,660 |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 4 | $136 |
How to apply
The Ronald L Shurts 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 The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $1.2 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The 1890 Foundation | Student education | $1.2 million |
| TGR Foundation | Student education | $100,000 |
| All Saints' Episcopal Day School | Student education | $10,000 |
| The Guma Foundation Inc | To support brain tumor awareness | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald L Shurts
Questions people ask
Does The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald L Shurts (President & Director).
What does The Ronald L Shurts Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.