Vivian Shafer Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Vivian Shafer Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,394 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,598 and the largest $10,855. 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$30,394
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,598
- Largest grant$10,855
- Assets$791,800
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,297 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 | $28,705 | 4 | $664,664 |
| 2024 | $27,297 | 4 | $711,612 |
| 2025 | $30,394 | 4 | $791,800 |
How to apply
Vivian Shafer Charitable 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $30,394 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Longview Foundation | General | $10,855 |
| Brockport United Methodist Church | General | $8,684 |
| Western Monroe Historical Society | General | $6,513 |
| Village of Brockport | General | $4,342 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Vivian Shafer Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vivian Shafer Charitable Trust give?
$30,394 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,598.
Who runs Vivian Shafer Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).