Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $405,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$405,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2023 was down from $475,100 the year before.
6% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $475,100 | 25 | $8.4 million |
| 2023 | $405,500 | 18 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
Burt & Stanley Shaffer 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 Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $220,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Akhand Param Dham of America Corp Grant Award | Unrestricted use | $50,000 |
| Childrens Museum of the East End | Unrestricted use | $50,000 |
| Childrens Education Foundation - Vietnam | Unrestricted use | $45,000 |
| Island Harvest | Unrestricted use | $30,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Unrestricted use | $30,000 |
| St Judes Hospital | Unrestricted use | $30,000 |
| Museums at Mitchel Grant Award | Unrestricted use | $30,000 |
| Casa Viva | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Make A Wish Greater Bay Area | Unrestricted use | $20,000 |
| Austins Compassion Exchange Lending Closet | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| Donors Choose | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| Peconic Land Trust Inc | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| Blazing Wisdom Institute | Unrestricted use | $10,500 |
| Riley Hawkins Avengers Fdn Inc | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| New Community Cinema Club Inc | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Southhampton Township Wild Fowl Association | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Burt Shaffer
- Abby Link
- Louis Shaffer
Questions people ask
Does Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation give?
$405,500 in tax year 2023, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Burt Shaffer (President), Abby Link (Director) and Louis Shaffer (Secretary, Director).
What does Burt & Stanley Shaffer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and health.