Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation is a private foundation in San Luis Obispo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $805,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $765,000. 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$805,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$765,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 6 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $805,000 | 3 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam 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 Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $765,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal Poly Philanthropic Foundation | Charitable donation | $765,000 |
| St Lukes Wood River Foundation | Charitable donation | $30,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence M Shupnick
- Jo Shupnick
- Wyatt Mello
Questions people ask
Does Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation give?
$805,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence M Shupnick (President), Jo Shupnick (Secretary) and Wyatt Mello (Cfo).
What does Larry & Jo Shupnick Fam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.