Shaw Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shaw Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $153,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 3 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Shaw Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4 | $170,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Open Door International | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Interpreter Foundation | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| LDS Philanthropies | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Brigham Young University | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Shaw
- Cynthia Shaw
Questions people ask
Does Shaw Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shaw Family Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Shaw Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Shaw (Trustee) and Cynthia Shaw (Trustee).