The KM Shimano Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The KM Shimano Family Foundation is a private foundation in Washington DC, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $162,835 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$162,835
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $143,700 the year before.
55% 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 | $150,000 | 8 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $143,700 | 6 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $162,835 | 11 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The KM Shimano 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The KM Shimano Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $58,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $33,835 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $32,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $32,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Marine Mammal Center | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $35,000 |
| Marine Mammals of Maine | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $30,000 |
| California Coastkeeper Alliance | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $20,000 |
| African Aquatic Conservation Fund | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $20,000 |
| Sea Turtle Conservancy | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $15,000 |
| Inwater Research Group | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $15,000 |
| New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance Inc | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $12,000 |
| Marine Mammal Stranding Center | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $7,000 |
| Wildlife Research Alliance | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $3,835 |
| Sea Otter Savvy | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $3,000 |
| Within the Whale | To further the organization's efforts to protect the ocean and ocean wildlife. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Hearn
- Martha Shimano
- Kozo Shimano
Questions people ask
Does The KM Shimano Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The KM Shimano Family Foundation give?
$162,835 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The KM Shimano Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee Hearn (Executive Director), Martha Shimano (President) and Kozo Shimano (Vice President).
What does The KM Shimano Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and science and research.