The Shiley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shiley Foundation is a private foundation in Pauma Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$20.6 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
77% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 11 | $20.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 13 | $20.6 million |
How to apply
The Shiley 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 Shiley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ca State San Marcos Foundation | Support for education programs. | $500,000 |
| Serving Seniors | Improving the well-being of low-income seniors through innovative programs and services that have a positive impact on seniors and our community as a whole | $102,000 |
| Salk Institute | Support education and research | $100,000 |
| University of San Diego | Support for higher education programs | $75,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Support for local community food banks | $50,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital San Diego | Pediatric health care | $50,000 |
| St Rita's Catholic School | To help enrich the lives of students and improve their knowledge and skills | $40,000 |
| La Jolla Institute of Immunology | Biomedical research | $38,430 |
| University of California San Diego | Support for higher education programs | $30,000 |
| Patrons of the Prado | Benefit the arts organizations and museums on the prado in balboa park, san diego, ca | $25,000 |
| Providence Foundation | Support building of healthier communities | $25,000 |
| Mater Dei High School | Support for education | $24,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | Provide public theatre | $21,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Darlene V Shiley
- Linda L Shoaff
- Thomas E K Cerruti
Questions people ask
Does The Shiley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shiley Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Shiley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Darlene V Shiley (President), Linda L Shoaff (Cfo) and Thomas E K Cerruti (Exec Dir&sec).
What does The Shiley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, seniors and science and research.