The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $830,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$830,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$20.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $310,000 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $310,000 | 16 | $18.6 million |
| 2024 | $830,000 | 21 | $20.8 million |
How to apply
The Jim and Shirley Young 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 The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 18 | $800,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General purpose | $500,000 |
| Omaha South High School Alumni Assoc | Operational | $50,000 |
| Teamates | Operational | $50,000 |
| Angels Among US | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Foster Love | Operational | $25,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands | Operational | $20,000 |
| Abide Network Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Hope Center Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| A Time to Heal | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Christian Outreach Program - Elkhorn | Operational | $10,000 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Omaha Botanical Center Inc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Omaha Zoo Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Open Door Mission | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Siena Francis House | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The Durham Museum | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Cal Ripken Sr Foundation Inc | Operational | $2,500 |
| Lustgarden Pancreatic Cancer Research | Operational | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Wagstaff
- Matt Young
- Shirley A Young
- James Young Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation give?
$830,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Wagstaff (Dir / Treas), Matt Young (Dir / Sec), Shirley A Young (Pres / Dir / Sec / Treasurer) and James Young Jr (Vp/Asst Treasurer/Asst Sec/Dir).
What does The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.