Shelton H Short Jr Trust
Accepts applications
Shelton H Short Jr Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 68 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$32.0 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
47% of its 2024 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 | $1.0 million | 51 | $28.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 68 | $32.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wells Fargo Bank 100 NORTH MAIN STREET 6th FLOOR D40, Winstonsalem, NC 27101-3818 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (888) 234-1999 |
| What to submit | www.wellsfargo.com/privatefoundationgrants/short Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form. |
| Deadlines | September 15 |
| Restrictions | Primary consideration is given to organizations in the southeast region of Virginia. |
What Shelton H Short Jr Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 65 | $1.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caritas | General support | $50,000 |
| Challenge Discovery Projects Inc | General support | $40,000 |
| Danville Community College Educational Foundation Inc | General operating | $40,000 |
| Clarksville Ruritans Inc | General support | $35,000 |
| Anna Julia Cooper School | General support | $30,000 |
| Southside Virginia Community College Foundation Inc | General operating | $30,000 |
| Childsavers | General support | $30,000 |
| The Faison Center Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Commonwealth Catholic Charities | General support | $25,000 |
| Feed More Inc | Support hunger relief | $25,000 |
| Gateway Homes Inc | Life skills and education | $25,000 |
| Reading and Education for Adult Development Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Blue Sky Fund | General support | $20,000 |
| Peter Paul Development Center Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Riverside School Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Lake Country SPCA | General support | $20,000 |
| Chesterfield Food Bank Outreach Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| Friends Association for Children | General support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond | General support | $20,000 |
| Steward School Corporation | General support | $20,000 |
| Better Housing Coalition | General support | $20,000 |
| St Andrew's School | General support | $20,000 |
| Art 180 Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Goochlandcares Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Housing Families First | General support | $20,000 |
| Young Mens Christian Association | General support | $20,000 |
| Safe Harbor | General support | $15,000 |
| Sportable Richmond Adaptive Sports | General support | $15,000 |
| Elk Hill Farm Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Shalom Farms | General operating | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Services Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Autism Society Central Virginia Chapter Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Nextup Rva | General support | $15,000 |
| Childrens Hospital and Healthcare Services Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Higher Achievement Program Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Virginia | General support | $15,000 |
| Assisting Families of Inmates Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Richmond Hill Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Greater Richmond Scan Stop Child Abuse | General support | $15,000 |
| Positive Vibe Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Shelton H Short Jr Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 15.
How much does Shelton H Short Jr Trust give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Shelton H Short Jr Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Shelton H Short Jr Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.