Shanken Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shanken Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $425,938 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,569 and the largest $147,500. 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$425,938
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,569
- Largest grant$147,500
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $624,333 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $444,500 | 14 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $624,333 | 21 | $11.2 million |
| 2025 | $425,938 | 14 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
Shanken 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.
What Shanken Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $298,438 |
| Florida | 3 | $90,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $37,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Emanu-El | Charity | $147,500 |
| Film Society of Lincoln Center | Charity | $87,000 |
| Els for Autism | Charity | $60,000 |
| Diabetes Research Institute | Charity | $25,000 |
| The Allen - Stevenson School | Charity | $20,000 |
| Keepers of the Quaich | Charity | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Charity | $17,500 |
| Constellation Culinary Group | Charity | $13,638 |
| Afmo | Charity | $10,000 |
| The Bridge Golf Foundation | Charity | $10,000 |
| Autism Project of Palm Beach County | Charity | $5,000 |
| Seaver Autism Center Mount Sinai Medical Center | Charity | $5,000 |
| Spence School | Charitycharity | $5,000 |
| Selfhelp Community Services Foundation | Charity | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Marvin R Shanken
- Steve Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Shanken Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shanken Family Foundation give?
$425,938 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,569.
Who runs Shanken Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marvin R Shanken (Director) and Steve Gordon (Secretary).
What does Shanken Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, health and education.