McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta
Preselected recipients only
McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,400 in 76 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $4,000. 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$70,400
- Number of grants76
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,900 the year before.
3% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,400 | 72 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $69,900 | 76 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $70,400 | 76 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta 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 McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 74 | $68,400 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Pa Food Bank Power Pack in Lycoming County | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Cumberland County Library System | General purpose | $2,500 |
| York County Library System | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Dauphin County Library System | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Green Free Library | General use | $2,500 |
| Lycoming County Library System | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Harrisburg Boys & Girls Club | General purpose | $2,000 |
| YMCA - in Tioga County | General purpose | $1,500 |
| YMCA Youth & Government | Public service | $1,500 |
| West Shore Symphony Orchestra | Public service | $1,500 |
| Harrisburg Symphony Assoc | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Bethesda Misson | General purpose | $1,500 |
| International Service Center | General purpose | $1,500 |
| York Symphony Orchestra | General support | $1,500 |
| Williamsport Symphony Orchestra | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Halifax Youth Center | General use | $1,200 |
| Market Square Concerts | General purpose | $1,200 |
| Harrisburg School District | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Northern Tioga School District | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Art Association of Harrisburg | General purose | $1,000 |
| Williamsport Area School District | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Southern Tioga School District | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Susq Harbor Safe Haven | General use | $1,000 |
| Deane Center for the Performing Arts | General use | $1,000 |
| Neighborhood Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Witf - (Youth TV Programing) | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Central Pa Youth Ballet | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Susquehanna Art Museum | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Capital Region Partnership for Career Development | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Central Dauphin East High School | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity for Greater Har | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Downtown Daily Bread | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Big Spring School | General purpose | $500 |
| East Pennsboro Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
| Carlisle Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
| Middletown Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
| Millersburg Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
| Jersey Shore Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
| Montgomery Area School District | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- M&t Bank
Questions people ask
Does McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta give?
$70,400 in tax year 2025, across 76 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta?
Its 2025 filing lists M&t Bank (Trustee).
What does McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.