Shiner Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shiner Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $475,873 |
| 2023 | $37,500 | 1 | $759,601 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $910,451 |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Shiner Family Charitable 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 Shiner Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Foundation | General Support | $100,000 |
| Window to the World Communications INC | General Support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Shiner
- Jacelyn Shiner
- Sam Shiner
- Meredith Shiner Zembik
- Ryann Whalen
- Josh Zembik
Questions people ask
Does Shiner Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shiner Family Charitable Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Shiner Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Shiner (President), Jacelyn Shiner (Vice President), Sam Shiner (Treasuer) and Meredith Shiner Zembik (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Shiner Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.