The Shoff Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Shoff Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lawrenceville, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $29,000. 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$172,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was down from $192,000 the year before.
37% 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 | $202,000 | 31 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $192,000 | 29 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $172,500 | 30 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
The Shoff 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Shoff Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 19 | $115,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $27,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $19,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uyc Maritime Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported irc section 501(c)(3) organization | $29,000 |
| Florida Gulf Coast Univ Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported irc section 501(c)(3) organization | $18,000 |
| George Walton Academy | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $15,000 |
| Eagle Ranch Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $15,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Charitable contribution to publicly supported irc section 501(c)(3) organization | $14,000 |
| Wilton Library Association | Charitable contribtuion to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Alano Beach Club Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $9,000 |
| A1 Gwinnett Volleyball Club | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $8,000 |
| Delivering Hope Foundation | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Hispanic Alliance Ga | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Wilton Ambulance Corps | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Children Research Hospital | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Hosea Feeds the Hungry & Homeless Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Faith Methodist Church | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Lighthouse Family Retreat Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Wilton Historical Society | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| NH Volleyball Association | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Segs for Vets | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | Charitable contribuiton to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Make A Wish | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Susan G Komen | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Shriners Childen's Hospital | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organizaton | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| North Gwinnett Baseball | Charitable contribution to publicly supported section 501(c)(3) organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine M Kerr
- Kelly M Marshall
- Kirsten M Hutchins
Questions people ask
Does The Shoff Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shoff Foundation Inc give?
$172,500 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The Shoff Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine M Kerr (Ceo), Kelly M Marshall (Treasurer) and Kirsten M Hutchins (Secretary).
What does The Shoff Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.