The Shamrock Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Shamrock Trust is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,911 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$51,911
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $104,769 the year before.
67% 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 | $96,264 | 43 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $104,769 | 50 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $51,911 | 43 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Shamrock Trust 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 Shamrock Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 19 | $25,419 |
| Kansas | 2 | $11,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $4,242 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1,700 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,600 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
| California | 2 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant House | As needed | $10,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $5,000 |
| Forest Highlands Foundation | As needed | $5,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $5,000 |
| The Gathering Place | As needed | $3,090 |
| Catholic Foundation | As needed | $3,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,700 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,500 |
| Tucson Museum of Art | As needed | $1,500 |
| Uofa Athletics | As needed | $1,500 |
| Denver Art Museum | As needed | $1,100 |
| Americans for Prosperity | As needed | $1,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,000 |
| Goldwater Institute | As needed | $1,000 |
| Gootter Jensen Foundation | As needed | $1,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,000 |
| Knights of Columbus Flagstaff | As needed | $1,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,000 |
| Individual | As needed | $1,000 |
| Friends of Sabino Canyon | As needed | $500 |
| Holy Names Academy | As needed | $500 |
| Leadership Institute | As needed | $500 |
| Southeastern Legal Foundation | As needed | $500 |
| Turning Point USA | As needed | $500 |
| Literary Society | As needed | $400 |
| St Paul Center | As needed | $250 |
| Individual | As needed | $250 |
| Word on Fire | As needed | $250 |
| Dominican Mission Foundation | As needed | $200 |
| Irish Cultural Center | As needed | $200 |
| National Law Enforcement | As needed | $200 |
| Az Sonoran Desert Museum | As needed | $169 |
| Parkinson Research Foundation | As needed | $150 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | As needed | $100 |
| Capital Research Foundation | As needed | $100 |
| Committee for A Constructive Tomorr | As needed | $100 |
| Individual | As needed | $100 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornathology | As needed | $100 |
| Nau Newman Center | As needed | $100 |
| Sound of Freedom Foundation | As needed | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Johnston
- Robert Johnston
Questions people ask
Does The Shamrock Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shamrock Trust give?
$51,911 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Shamrock Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Johnston (President) and Robert Johnston (Sectreas).
What does The Shamrock Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and science and research.