James R Shields Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James R Shields Private Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $560,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$560,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $453,477 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $569,000 | 25 | $11.0 million |
| 2023 | $540,000 | 24 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $453,477 | 21 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $560,000 | 23 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
James R Shields Private 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 James R Shields Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 20 | $490,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $40,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Turnstone Center for Children & Adults W Disabilities | General support - pediatrics and children's equipment | $50,000 |
| Cincinnati Children's Hospital | To support genetic research | $40,000 |
| Fort Wayne Trails Inc | General support | $40,000 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | To support developmental pediatrics | $40,000 |
| Euell A Wilson Center Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Bishop Dwenger High School | To support the saints alive program | $25,000 |
| Fort Wayne Zoological Society Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Parkview Health Foundation Inc | To support the parkview cancer research center | $25,000 |
| St Jude's Catholic School | General support | $25,000 |
| Vincent Village Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Bishop Luers High School | General support | $25,000 |
| Allen Co - Ft Wayne Historical Society Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Canterbury School | General support. To assist accessibility | $20,000 |
| Community Transportation Network | General support | $20,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Department of Development | To support breast cancer research | $20,000 |
| Matthew 25 Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Women's Care Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne - South Bend | To support the hope to healing program. | $10,000 |
| Yellow Brick Road Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Kate's Kart Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| House of Pins Adaptive Recreational Venue Company | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rockefeller Trust Company NA
Questions people ask
Does James R Shields Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James R Shields Private Foundation give?
$560,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs James R Shields Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rockefeller Trust Company NA (Trustee).
What does James R Shields Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.