The Shelby Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shelby Foundation is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $138,250 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$138,250
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $71,750 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 1 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $138,250 | 38 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Shelby 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 Shelby Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 26 | $93,750 |
| Virginia | 3 | $12,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude's | General fund | $10,000 |
| America's Charities | Genral fund | $5,000 |
| Care | General fund | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $5,000 |
| Feeding NE Florida | General fund | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General fund | $5,000 |
| Family Interact Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Jasymn | General fund | $5,000 |
| Jacksonville Symphony | General fund | $5,000 |
| Literary Alliance of NE Florida | General fund | $5,000 |
| Loyola University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General fund | $5,000 |
| Malvia Washington Youth Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Project Hope | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rivergarden | General fund | $5,000 |
| Sulzbacher Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| UNICEF | General fund | $5,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | General fund | $5,000 |
| We Care | General fund | $5,000 |
| WJCT | General fund | $5,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General fund | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | General fund | $2,500 |
| City Rescue Mission | General fund | $2,500 |
| Operation Smile | General fund | $2,500 |
| Rethread It | General fund | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics | General fund | $2,500 |
| University of Florida Health | General fund | $2,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jewish Family & Community Services | General fund | $2,000 |
| Club Nova | General fund | $1,000 |
| Hope at Hand | General fund | $1,000 |
| Jacksonville Children's X-Mas Party | General fund | $1,000 |
| Moca Jacksonville | General fund | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | General fund | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club - Jacksonville | General fund | $500 |
| St Anthony Hospital | General fund | $500 |
| Jacksonville Aboretum | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert I Lufrano
- Anne G Lesser Lufrano
- Matthew Lufrano
- Rueben Lufrano
Questions people ask
Does The Shelby Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shelby Foundation give?
$138,250 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shelby Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert I Lufrano (Trustee), Anne G Lesser Lufrano (Trustee), Matthew Lufrano (Trustee) and Rueben Lufrano (Trustee).
What does The Shelby Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.