Shelby Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shelby Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$863,474
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37,000 the year before.
43% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $40,000 | 20 | $741,874 |
| 2023 | $37,000 | 19 | $855,781 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 14 | $863,474 |
How to apply
Shelby 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 Shelby Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 8 | $23,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Homeless Children IRC | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Chapel Hill Public Library Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Duke - Hardin Family ALS | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina | Charitable | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Ballet | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ackland Art Museum | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Larimer Humane Society | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Raptor Program | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Youth Sailing Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Cedars Education Program | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Carolina Performing Arts | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Off the Hook Arts | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Playmakers Repertory Company | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carole Shelby
- Justin Shelby
- Paige Oiumet
Questions people ask
Does Shelby Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shelby Family Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Shelby Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carole Shelby (President/Director), Justin Shelby (Treasurer/Director) and Paige Oiumet (Secretary/Director).
What does Shelby Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.