The Shaara Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Shaara Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Frederick, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,050 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $6,500. 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$14,050
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$101,837
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,310 the year before.
63% 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 | $4,500 | 6 | $94,441 |
| 2024 | $6,310 | 5 | $4,351 |
| 2025 | $14,050 | 8 | $101,837 |
How to apply
The Shaara Foundation Inc 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
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $13,050 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adams County Community Foundation | Contribution | $6,500 |
| Adams County Historical Society | Contribution | $4,500 |
| Gettysburg Area School District | Contribution | $1,000 |
| American Battlefield Trust | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Gettysburg Foundation | Contribution | $500 |
| Historic Gettysburg Adams County | Contribution | $250 |
| Land Conservancy of Adams County | Contribution | $200 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Society | Contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey M Shaara
Questions people ask
Does The Shaara Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shaara Foundation Inc give?
$14,050 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Shaara Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey M Shaara (Director).