Schapiro Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Schapiro Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$16,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$109,572
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $9,000 | 3 | $119,326 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 4 | $116,538 |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 6 | $109,572 |
How to apply
Schapiro 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.
What Schapiro Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earth Justice | Arts & education | $3,000 |
| Lift for Life Academy | Arts & education | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Arts & education | $3,000 |
| The Scholarship Foundation | Arts & education | $3,000 |
| Ukraine Crisis Aid Group | Crisis aid | $2,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Civil liberties | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Schapiro Axelbaum
- Barbara Schapiro
- Jane Schapiro Brown
- Nancy Schapiro
Questions people ask
Does Schapiro Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schapiro Foundation Inc give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Schapiro Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Schapiro Axelbaum (President,secretary & Trea), Barbara Schapiro (Vice President), Jane Schapiro Brown (Vice President) and Nancy Schapiro (Chairperson).
What does Schapiro Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.