Shiff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shiff Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $796,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $327,000. 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$796,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$327,000
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $727,800 the year before.
53% 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 | $0 | 0 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $727,800 | 24 | $15.6 million |
| 2025 | $796,500 | 19 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
Shiff 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 Shiff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $648,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $45,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $35,000 |
| New York | 1 | $31,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $22,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of Greater South Bay | General & Unrestricted | $327,000 |
| Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Administrators of the Tulane Educational Fund | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Stanford University | Cutaneous Lymphoma Research fund | $40,000 |
| Sephardi Voices Inc | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Congregation Chabad Loft | General & Unrestricted | $31,000 |
| Chabad of Greater South Bay | For RYL Discretionary Fund-special project | $30,000 |
| Kainos Home & Training Center for the Developmenta | Charitable Event | $30,000 |
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Basic Needs FUND | $25,000 |
| Kainos Home & Training Center for the Developmenta | General & Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| Stanford University | Cutaneous Lymphoma Research Led by Dr. Kim | $20,000 |
| Congregation Beth Jacob and Irving Levin Jewish Ce | General & Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| United States of America Rugby Football Union LTD | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Tipping Point Community | 2025 Benefit | $12,500 |
| Distrikt | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| El Nido Family Centers | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of San Francisco Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Cal Parents Fund - Big Give | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart Z Shiff
Questions people ask
Does Shiff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shiff Family Foundation give?
$796,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Shiff Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart Z Shiff (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does Shiff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.