Shenandoah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shenandoah Foundation is a private foundation in Norwalk, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $180,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$180,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $575,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $275,000 | 10 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $575,000 | 22 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 14 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $95,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $45,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kent School | General fund for education | $40,000 |
| Trinity College | General fund | $25,000 |
| Riverside Theatre of Vero Beach | General fund | $20,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | General fund | $20,000 |
| Stamford Hospital Foundation | General fund for health services | $15,000 |
| Gladney Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Loomis Chaffee School | General fund for education | $10,000 |
| St John's College | General fund for education | $10,000 |
| Buckley Institute | General fund for education | $5,000 |
| Church of the Atonement | General fund | $5,000 |
| Community Church of Vero Beach | General fund | $5,000 |
| Parents Unite | General fund | $5,000 |
| Quogue Junior Theatre Troupe Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Severn River Association | General fund to restore and protect severn river | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert S Anderson
- John Crouch Jr
- Ward Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Shenandoah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shenandoah Foundation give?
$180,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Shenandoah Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert S Anderson (Trustee), John Crouch Jr (Director) and Ward Anderson (Director).
What does Shenandoah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.