The Shane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shane Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $203,500 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$203,500
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,250 the year before.
32% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,250 | 41 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $203,500 | 41 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Shane 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 The Shane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 2 | $100,500 |
| Massachusetts | 31 | $59,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $28,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mowgli Holt Elwell Memorial FDN'S Hope to Be | General | $100,000 |
| Princeton University - Project 79 | General | $25,000 |
| Schwab Charitable | General | $10,000 |
| Belmont Hill School | General | $5,000 |
| Boston Health Care for the Homeless | General | $5,000 |
| American Repertory Theatre | General | $3,500 |
| Miss Hall's School | General | $3,500 |
| Friends of the Public Garden | General | $3,000 |
| Mass General Hospital | General | $3,000 |
| Princeton University | General | $3,000 |
| Lahey Hospital | General | $2,500 |
| Harvard Kennedy School | General | $2,500 |
| Wellesley College | General | $2,500 |
| Boston Ballet | General | $2,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | General | $2,000 |
| Cure Alzheimers Fund | General | $2,000 |
| Eima of the Peabody Essex Museum | General | $2,000 |
| Mill Reef Fund | General | $2,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | General | $2,000 |
| Museum of Science | General | $2,000 |
| Wbur | General | $2,000 |
| WGBH | General | $2,000 |
| Steppingstone Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | General | $1,000 |
| Catholic Extension | General | $1,000 |
| Commonwealth Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Concord Academy | General | $1,000 |
| New England Aquarium | General | $1,000 |
| Oberlin College | General | $1,000 |
| Rockport Music | General | $1,000 |
| St Columbkille's Parish | General | $1,000 |
| Wenham Museum | General | $1,000 |
| Anna Jacques Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| Hamilton Hall | General | $1,000 |
| Boston Sports and Shoulder Ctr | General | $1,000 |
| NE Baptist Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| Care Dimensions | General | $500 |
| Merrimack Senior Center | General | $500 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | General | $500 |
| Lake Champlain Land Trust | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Shane
- Denise M V Shane
- Lee A Shane
- Nancy E Dempze
- Nancy S Brophy
Questions people ask
Does The Shane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shane Foundation give?
$203,500 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Shane Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John A Shane (Trustee), Denise M V Shane (Trustee), Lee A Shane (Trustee) and Nancy E Dempze (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Shane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.