The Michael & Shirley Cayre Foundation
Accepts applications
The Michael & Shirley Cayre Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $743,848 and the largest $802,678. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.5 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$743,848
- Largest grant$802,678
- Assets-$1
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
0% 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 | $2.4 million | 1 | $26,650 |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 2 | -$1 |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Cayre 141 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10010 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 726-0773 |
| What to submit | Requests must include general information regarding charitable function of applicant. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various | Charitable | $802,678 |
| Various | Charitable | $685,017 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Cayre
- Shirley Cayre
Questions people ask
Does The Michael & Shirley Cayre Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Michael & Shirley Cayre Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $743,848.
Who runs The Michael & Shirley Cayre Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Cayre (President) and Shirley Cayre (Vice President).