Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $455,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $67,500 and the largest $175,000. 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$455,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$67,500
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $418,100 the year before.
0% 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 | $385,000 | 6 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $418,100 | 6 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $455,000 | 6 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Thomas D Shaffner 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 Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 6 | $455,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Recovery Fund | Operational support | $175,000 |
| Fryeburg Academy | Operational support | $110,000 |
| Pequawket Valley Health Initiatives | Operational support | $75,000 |
| University of Maine | Operational support | $60,000 |
| Eastern Slope Airport Academy | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Fryeburg Academy | Operational support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kurt E Klebe
- Joseph W Shaffner
- Michael T Shaffner
Questions people ask
Does Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation give?
$455,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $67,500.
Who runs Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kurt E Klebe (Trustee), Joseph W Shaffner (Trustee) and Michael T Shaffner (Trustee).
What does Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.