Carl Shanks Trust
Preselected recipients only
Carl Shanks Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $70,708 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $17,677 and the largest $35,354. 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$70,708
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$17,677
- Largest grant$35,354
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $66,884 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $66,884 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $70,708 | 3 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Carl Shanks Trust 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 Carl Shanks Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $70,708 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| W I Cook Foundation Cory Rhoades | General | $35,354 |
| Cal Farley's Boys Ranch | General | $17,677 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital | General | $17,677 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Carl Shanks Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl Shanks Trust give?
$70,708 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $17,677.
Who runs Carl Shanks Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Carl Shanks Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.