Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars
Accepts applications
Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars is a private foundation in Greenfield, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,318 | 4 | $991,446 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Greenfield Banking Company 1920 N State St, Greenfield, IN 46140 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 477-7045 |
| What to submit | Application, copy of most recent educational transcript typed letter stating goals for education and future letter of recommendation from current employer, letter of recommendation from community leader (may be pastor attorney, business owner, civic leader), copy of last |
| Deadlines | March 1 |
| Restrictions | Individual beginning or continuing post secondary educational studies. May be beginning initial educational pursuits after being in the work force, education for a new career path due to downsizing or pursuing education of a different nature in order to reenter the work force |
What Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $15,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Greenfield Banking Company
Questions people ask
Does Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: March 1.
How much does Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars?
Its 2025 filing lists Greenfield Banking Company (Successor Tr).
What does Martha J Shafer Charitable Scholars fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.