R Shapiro Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
R Shapiro Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Rosa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$62,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,000 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $60,500 | 12 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $62,000 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
R Shapiro 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 R Shapiro Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $29,500 |
| New York | 3 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Medical College | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| The Presentation School | Enrichment for children | $10,000 |
| University of Oregon | Scholarship fund | $7,500 |
| Boston College | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Hofstra University | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Maria College | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| 6th Street Playhouse | Donation | $3,000 |
| Children's Museum of Sonoma County | Enrichment for children | $3,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Donation | $3,000 |
| Tahoe Forest Health System | Donation | $3,000 |
| Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital | Relief efforts | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Shapiro
- Patricia Shapiro
- Scott Shapiro
- Allyson Shapiro
- Lisa Shapiro
Questions people ask
Does R Shapiro Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does R Shapiro Family Foundation give?
$62,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs R Shapiro Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Shapiro (Director), Patricia Shapiro (Director), Scott Shapiro (Director) and Allyson Shapiro (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does R Shapiro Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.