The Shin Creek Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Shin Creek Trust is a private foundation in Livingston Manor, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $268,074 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $60,100. 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$268,074
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$60,100
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $248,750 the year before.
35% 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 | $275,300 | 34 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $248,750 | 37 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $268,074 | 34 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Shin Creek Trust 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 Shin Creek Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $220,424 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 3 | $6,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,102 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $2,038 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,010 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Radio Foundation | Youth support, radio education | $60,100 |
| Brotherhood Sister Sol | Youth support | $30,000 |
| ALS United Greater New York | Diseases and conditions | $25,000 |
| Billion Oyster Project | Environmental | $25,000 |
| Ny Presbyterian Fund | Medical | $25,000 |
| Allen-Stevenson School | Boys education k-9 | $10,000 |
| Global Goods Partners | Social justice | $10,000 |
| National Brain Tumor Society | Diseases and conditions | $10,000 |
| Nightingale-Bamford School | Education | $10,000 |
| Rosemary Pencil Foundation | Education for children in malawi, zimbabwe, and zambia | $10,000 |
| Catskill Art Society | Art | $6,000 |
| Haiti Cardiac Alliance | Life-saving cardiac surgery to all haitians | $5,102 |
| Charities Aid Foundation of America | Fund raising and/or fund distribution | $5,000 |
| Colby College | Education | $5,000 |
| Community Center for the Arts | Art | $5,000 |
| Pollyanna | Educational services and schools | $5,000 |
| Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) | Advocacy and education | $5,000 |
| Ice Hockey in Harlem Inc | Youth development programs | $2,500 |
| Wildlife Justice Commission | Conservation | $2,500 |
| Woodson Center | Community empowerment | $2,010 |
| Asia Art Archive | Art | $1,500 |
| 24 Foundation | Diseases and conditions | $1,038 |
| A Single Bite | Fight hunger | $1,000 |
| Developing Radio Partners | International development | $1,000 |
| Jackson Hole Public Art | Arts education/schools | $1,000 |
| Ocearch | Marine science | $1,000 |
| For Farmers Movement Inc | Community empowerment | $524 |
| Every Mother Counts | Maternity care | $500 |
| Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance | Protecting the wildlife | $500 |
| MSKC Ny | Medical | $500 |
| Rewild | Conservation | $500 |
| Scranton Area Foundation | County development | $500 |
| Beaverkill Valley Fire Department | Fire prevention | $200 |
| New York Road Runners Inc | Health & wellness | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul D Barnett
- Linda P Barnett
Questions people ask
Does The Shin Creek Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shin Creek Trust give?
$268,074 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Shin Creek Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul D Barnett (Trustee) and Linda P Barnett (Trustee).
What does The Shin Creek Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.