Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Collins, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,630 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $29,565. 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$59,630
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$29,565
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,692 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 | $56,223 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $49,692 | 2 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $59,630 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable 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 Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $52,130 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tahoe Arts Project | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $29,565 |
| Jewish Family Service | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $8,000 |
| Caravita Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Foundation (La) | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $4,565 |
| A Place Called Home | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Alliance for Children's Rights | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Angels for Angels Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Our House Grief Support Center | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Keep Bel Air Beautiful | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr William A Shachtman
- Robert E Shachtman
- Judith A Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation give?
$59,630 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr William A Shachtman (President), Robert E Shachtman (Chief Financial Officer) and Judith A Schwartz (Secretary).
What does Joseph & Carolyn Shachtman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.