Sam Shure Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sam Shure Family Foundation is a private foundation in Medinah, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $4,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$199,489
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,500 | 5 | $174,134 |
| 2024 | $9,000 | 7 | $184,469 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 8 | $199,489 |
How to apply
Sam Shure Family 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 Sam Shure Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $6,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food for the Soul | Purpose of the Organization | $4,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Purpose of the Organizatiion | $2,000 |
| OSCOD Inc | Purpose of the Organization | $1,000 |
| Doctors with out Borders | Purpose of the Organization | $1,000 |
| Buddy Foundation | Purpose of the Organization | $500 |
| World Food Program | Purpose of the Organization | $500 |
| Toys for Tots Foundation | Purpose of the Organization | $500 |
| Mercy Ships | Purpose of the Organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Miller
- Louis R Miller III
Questions people ask
Does Sam Shure Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sam Shure Family Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Sam Shure Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Miller (President) and Louis R Miller III (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Sam Shure Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.