The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.9 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $860,000. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$860,000
- Assets$52.2 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 25 | $49.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 29 | $52.2 million |
How to apply
The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw 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 Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 10 | $1.6 million |
| Maine | 16 | $640,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | General fund | $860,000 |
| Colby Sawyer College | Turf Field | $500,000 |
| Wolfe's Neck Farm | General fund | $175,000 |
| Vail Christian High School | General fund | $150,000 |
| Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance | General fund | $150,000 |
| Cycle Effect | General Fund | $125,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | General fund | $101,856 |
| 317 Main St Community Center | General fund | $100,000 |
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | General fund | $100,000 |
| Round Up River Ranch | General fund | $70,000 |
| Full Plates Full Potential | General fund | $60,000 |
| Good Shepard Food Bank | General Fund | $50,000 |
| Equality Maine | General Fund | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern Colorado | General fund | $50,000 |
| Dayton Art Institute | General fund | $50,000 |
| Forest Society of Maine | General fund | $40,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art | General Fund | $35,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General Fund | $35,000 |
| Ripple Effect | General Fund | $30,000 |
| North Yarmouth Academy | General Fund | $30,000 |
| Children's Global Alliance | General fund | $25,000 |
| Maine Coast Waldorf School | General Fund | $20,000 |
| Out Maine | General fund | $15,000 |
| Preble Street | General fund | $10,000 |
| Maine Huts & Trails | General fund | $10,000 |
| Maine Island Trails | General fund | $10,000 |
| Careers In Construction | General fund | $5,000 |
| Carabasset Valley Public Library | General fund | $2,500 |
| Pine Tree Curling Club | General fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally Louise Veitch
- Tay Veitch
- Robert D Veitch
- Heather K Veitch
- Kelly A Veitch
Questions people ask
Does The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sally Louise Veitch (Vice President & Treasurer), Tay Veitch (President), Robert D Veitch (Secretary) and Heather K Veitch (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Harold & Mary Louise Shaw Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and environment and conservation.