Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD
Preselected recipients only
Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $414,200 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $39,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$414,200
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$39,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $681,438 the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $694,472 | 15 | $7.0 million |
| 2023 | $681,438 | 10 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $414,200 | 9 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD 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 Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $222,200 |
| Maryland | 2 | $93,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $60,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $39,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends World Committee for Consultation | Quaker connect | $100,000 |
| Faith & Play Stories | General operating | $75,000 |
| Byberry Friends Meeting | General operating & support | $54,700 |
| School of the Spirit Ministry | Faithful meetings program | $45,000 |
| Friends United Meeting | Belize leadership project | $39,000 |
| Merion Friends Meeting | Community engagement | $37,500 |
| Arch Street Meeting House Preservation Trust | Historic vistior-exhibit | $30,000 |
| Sandy Springs Freinds Meeting | Incubator for public | $18,000 |
| Public Friends | Member model | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward W Marshall III
- Martha B Bryans
- Samuel D Caldwell
- Mary Ellen McNish
- Parker Snowe
- JTC
Questions people ask
Does Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD give?
$414,200 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $39,000.
Who runs Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward W Marshall III (Chairman, Distributing TTEE), Martha B Bryans (Secretary, Distributing TTEE), Samuel D Caldwell (Distributing TTEE) and Mary Ellen McNish (Distributing TTEE) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Thomas H & Mary Williams Shoemaker FD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.