Short Wing Piper Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Short Wing Piper Education Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,000 in 2 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$6,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$86,189
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $3,000 | 1 | $87,292 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 2 | $86,189 |
How to apply
Short Wing Piper Education 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Short Wing Piper Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel West | Scholarship granted by the foundaiton to students who have their pilot license and are attending an accredited college to receive an aviation related degree. | $3,000 |
| Ruthie Wriedt | Scholarship granted by the foundaiton to students who have their pilot license and are attending an accredited college to receive an aviation related degree. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Seligson
- Steve Culler
- Paul Wolff
- Laura Wattles
- Kent O'Kelly
Questions people ask
Does Short Wing Piper Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Short Wing Piper Education Foundation give?
$6,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Short Wing Piper Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Seligson (President), Steve Culler (Vice President), Paul Wolff (Treasurer) and Laura Wattles (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Short Wing Piper Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.