Shore Capital Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shore Capital Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,725 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $3,000. 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$16,725
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$62,617
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,000 | 3 | $83,812 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $79,457 |
| 2025 | $16,725 | 11 | $62,617 |
How to apply
Shore Capital 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $13,625 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America Scores Chicago | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Lam Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Juvenile Protective Assocaitaion | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Midtown Education | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Open Heart Magic | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Pilot Light | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Novi Community | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Uniform Funding Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Paws Chicago | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Highwind Impact Fund Inc | Unrestricted | $625 |
| Pedal the Cause | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Justin Ishbia
- Tom Smithburg
Questions people ask
Does Shore Capital Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shore Capital Charitable Foundation give?
$16,725 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Shore Capital Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Justin Ishbia (President) and Tom Smithburg (Secretary).