The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Newington, New Hampshire. In tax year 2023 it gave $290,164 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$290,164
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2023 was up from $276,046 the year before.
36% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $252,055 | 6 | $178,267 |
| 2022 | $276,046 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $290,164 | 11 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Shafmaster Charitable 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 Shafmaster Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 3 | $57,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Hampshire | 4 | $24,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salud Que Transforma USA Inc | General support / program | $40,000 |
| Youth Full Maine | General support / program | $30,000 |
| Locker Project | General support / program | $25,000 |
| Gather | General support / program | $10,000 |
| Haley A Phillips - Scholarship | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Olivia Melo - Scholarship | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Kayla Serafin | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Janciel Martinez | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Step Up Parents | General support / program | $5,000 |
| NH Foster Adoptive Parent Associa | General support / program | $2,000 |
| Adoptive Foster Families of Maine | General support / program | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Shafmaster
- Clive Wang
- John Paterson
- Cristin O'Hara
- Jeffrey S Towers
- Becky L Koch
- John B Emory
- Michael Mulligan
- Kathryn L Biberstein
Questions people ask
Does The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation give?
$290,164 in tax year 2023, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Jonathan Shafmaster (Director), Clive Wang (Director), John Paterson (President/Di) and Cristin O'Hara (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Shafmaster Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.