Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 82 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $127,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants82
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$127,000
- Assets$30.8 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
37% 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 | $1.1 million | 93 | $27.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 82 | $30.8 million |
How to apply
Levi Ray & Shoup 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 Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 65 | $916,950 |
| Florida | 15 | $288,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ the King | To advance the learning of those attending christ the king school. | $127,000 |
| Eastern Illinois University Foundation | To help organization improve the education of those attending eastern illinois university | $100,000 |
| Memorial Medical Center Foundation | To assist organization in providing health care to those in the springfield area | $60,000 |
| Lincoln Land Community College Foundation | To assist organization in serving the students of lincoln land community college | $51,000 |
| Dream Center Springfield Inc | To support organization in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring students to develop lifelong skills for their future. | $50,000 |
| Refuge Ranch | To assist organization in rescuing neglected and abused horses and providing mentoring programs for children using horses | $50,000 |
| Sparc | To enrich the lives of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Kidzeum | To assist organization in its mission to serve as a place of learning and discovery through play for children of all abilities | $35,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois | Assist organization in its programs to enable young people to acquire skills and qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders | $30,000 |
| Ball Chatham Community Unit School District No 5 | To provide support to families impacted by the april 28, 2025 tragedy. | $25,000 |
| Collier County Agriculture Fair and Exposition Inc | To assist organization in helping families in need. | $25,000 |
| FMB Strong Inc | To support organization's efforts in rebuilding and providing relief for the fort myers beach community following the hurricane ian devastation. | $25,000 |
| Fostering Success | To support organization in its missison to empower youth transitioning from foster care to independence. Resources include housing assistance, life skills training, educational support and mentorship programs. | $25,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) | To support the organization's mission of improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through advocacy, education, support, and public awareness initiatives. | $25,000 |
| Pace Center for Girls of Collier | To support organization in its efforts to provide girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training, and advocacy. | $25,000 |
| Project Build SW Florida | To empower the homeless and foster youth to be responsible, productive members of their families and communities. | $25,000 |
| Snip Collier | To support the organization's mission of reducing pet overpopulation through spay and neuter programs, education, and community outreach. | $25,000 |
| St Patrick Catholic School | To improve the education of youth attending st. Patrick's school. | $25,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women and Children | To support organization in its efforts to lead and collaborate with the community to prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence and human trafficking. | $25,000 |
| Valerie's House | To help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives. | $25,000 |
| Warrior Homes of Collier County | Improve local veteran's lives through housing, mental health support and education. | $25,000 |
| YMCA Springfield | To provide life-changing events to kids and adults in the community who need support. | $25,000 |
| Youth Haven | Support for therapeutic programs and services for kids and teens who have been removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, and homelessness. | $25,000 |
| Inner City Computer Stars | To provide inner-city young adults with leadership training | $20,000 |
| Beat the Streets Chicago | Support organization's mission to provide quality, accessible and transformative wrestling programs to chicago youth. | $12,500 |
| Siu Foundation | To support organization's mission of advancing research, education, and patient care for individuals affected by alzheimer's disease and related dementias. | $12,500 |
| Sacred Heart Griffin High School | To improve the education of youth attending sacred-heart griffin | $12,000 |
| St Agnes School | To assist school with the replacement and upgrade of its school computer equipment. | $12,000 |
| Carlinville American Legion | To assist organization in its efforts to help veterans | $10,000 |
| Compass for Kids | To change the lives of underserved children in springfield public schools. | $10,000 |
| Contact Ministries | To assist organization in its efforts to serve the greater springfield community by providing emergency and transitional shelter along with skills training, food, clothing and financial assistance. | $10,000 |
| Education Center for the Visually Impaired | To assist organization in its mission to provide quality education, training and resources so people with visual impairments are able to live safe, independent and fulfilling lives. | $10,000 |
| Friend in Deed | To help springfield area residents that are in need during the holiday season. | $10,000 |
| Georges Malaika Foundation | To educate young african girls in the democratic republic of congo | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands of Springfield | To assist organization in providing shelter, meals and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in the springfield, il community. | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Illinois | To provide young people with the real-world skills they want and need, like how to manage money, how to prepare for a career and how to open and run a business. | $10,000 |
| Mercy Communities | To provide support to homeless mothers and their children | $10,000 |
| Midwest Mission Distribution Center | To assist organization in providing supplies and materials to victims of natural or man-made disasters locally, nationally and internationally. | $10,000 |
| Project Third Day NFP | To support organization's mission in providing food for children in the carlinville, il community and surrounding areas. | $10,000 |
| Sojourn Shelter & Services | To support programs to end domestic violence. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard H Levi
- Agnes E Levi
- Lindsay M Levi
- Ryan M Levi
Questions people ask
Does Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 82 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard H Levi (Trustee), Agnes E Levi (Trustee), Lindsay M Levi (Trustee) and Ryan M Levi (Trustee).
What does Levi Ray & Shoup Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.