The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $77,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$77,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,000 | 13 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $77,500 | 12 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc 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 Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Matthews House | To provide housing for the homeless and food for the need in a spirtual environment. | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | To provide support to alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing volunteers and donations. | $10,000 |
| Girard College Development Fund | To provide extra resources needed to meet basic needs of the institution. | $10,000 |
| Artis-Naples Inc | To provide world-class visual and performing arts to educate, entertain the community. | $5,000 |
| Girard College Alumni Association | To provide assistance for students and alumni in addition to funding scholarships. | $5,000 |
| Goodspeed Opera House Foundation | To restore the 19th century opera house and to preserve and advance musical theatre and the development of new works. | $5,000 |
| Naples Botanical Gardens | To provide financial support for educational programs on restoring natural habitats. | $5,000 |
| Newtown Food Pantry Inc | Distribute food without cost to needy individuals living in newtown, massachusetts. | $5,000 |
| Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries | To provide the hungry with hot meals and groceries | $5,000 |
| The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County Inc | The food bank of lower fairfield county solicits and collects food from private and public donations to provide food to organizations that feed the hungry in darien, greenwich, new canaan, norwalk, stamford, and wilton, ct while seeking to raise awareness of and promote action to combat, hunger in those communities. | $5,000 |
| Community Housing Coalition of Madison County Inc | To promote and facilitate healthy, safe and affordable housing through advocacy, education and resource development. | $5,000 |
| Focus on Tanzanian Communities | To overcome economic and social challenges in tanzania, africa by partnering with local communities to support education, health care, women's empowerment and other sustainable development initiatives. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter W Shoemaker
- Rosalind Shoemaker
- Leslie Carney
- Christina Daly
Questions people ask
Does The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc give?
$77,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter W Shoemaker (Chairman & President), Rosalind Shoemaker (Vice President), Leslie Carney (Treasurer) and Christina Daly (Secretary).
What does The Shoemaker Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and human services.