George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation
Accepts applications
George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$45,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $45,000 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,000 | 18 | $967,551 |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 17 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert H Shortle 15401 Bridgewater Club Blvd, Carmel, IN 46033 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 691-6112, robhshortle@gmail.com |
| What to submit | No specifications |
What George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 10 | $24,000 |
| California | 3 | $10,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Conservancy of Indiana | General fund | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief International | General fund | $4,500 |
| Land Trust of Santa Barbara County | General fund | $3,000 |
| Santa Barbara Rescue Mission | General fund | $3,000 |
| The Moody Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Community Foundation of Howard County | General fund | $2,500 |
| Community Health Network Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| International Justice Mission | General fund | $2,500 |
| Tipton County Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Wheeler Mission | General fund | $2,500 |
| World Vision Inc | General fund | $2,500 |
| Trash the Runway | General fund | $2,500 |
| Catherine Peachey Fund | General fund | $1,000 |
| Indiana Canine Assistant Network | General fund | $1,000 |
| Camptown Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| CV Haworth English Award | General fund | $500 |
| Howard County Historical Society | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert H Shortle
Questions people ask
Does George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert H Shortle (Trustee).
What does George E Shortle and Catherine H Shortle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and international.