The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $672,169 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $636,019. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$672,169
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$636,019
- Assets$842,103
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,800 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 | $131,500 | 18 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $50,800 | 17 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $672,169 | 16 | $842,103 |
How to apply
| Contact | Paul T Shirley Po Box 18135, Reno, NV 89511 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (775) 721-4611 |
| What to submit | Any |
What The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 8 | $643,019 |
| California | 3 | $11,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $8,650 |
| New York | 1 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Shirley Family Foundation | Programs | $636,019 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Programs | $7,500 |
| Omega Nu | Programs | $7,500 |
| Darby Rodeo Association | Programs | $6,150 |
| Bitterrot Land Trust | Programs | $2,500 |
| McCallum Theatre | Programs | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Northern NV | Programs | $2,000 |
| Alzheimer's Research Fund | Programs | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Truckee Meadows | Programs | $1,000 |
| BrightFocus Foundation | Programs | $1,000 |
| Dog Town Canine Rescue | Programs | $1,000 |
| Nevada Humane Society | Programs | $1,000 |
| SPCA of Northern Nevada | Programs | $1,000 |
| Valley Christmas Project | Programs | $1,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Nevada | Programs | $500 |
| Special Olympics | Programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul T Shirley
- Patricia A Shirley
- Michael A Shirley
- Kimberly A Shirley
Questions people ask
Does The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation give?
$672,169 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul T Shirley (President), Patricia A Shirley (Vice President/Secretary), Michael A Shirley (Board Member) and Kimberly A Shirley (Board Member).
What does The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.