Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$77,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $117,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $117,000 | 5 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $117,000 | 11 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $77,000 | 3 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Richard D Shirk 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 Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $75,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Signal Institute | Support the recipient organization's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Support the recipient organization's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Alexander Tharpe Fund | Support the recipient organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Shirk
- Janet Shirk
Questions people ask
Does Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc give?
$77,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Shirk (Chairman & Director) and Janet Shirk (Secretary & Director).
What does Richard D Shirk Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.