Shierson Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Shierson Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,300 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,300
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7,350 the year before.
20% 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 | $15,903 | 12 | $6,470 |
| 2024 | $7,350 | 10 | $8,005 |
| 2025 | $7,300 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Shierson Family Foundation Inc 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 Shierson Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $6,300 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Davidson College Presbyterian Churc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Pines at Davidson | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Davidson College | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Adrian College | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Fern C Shierson
- Molly S Medlin
- Rebeccah S Wickerham
- Sarah G Dumser
Questions people ask
Does Shierson Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shierson Family Foundation Inc give?
$7,300 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Shierson Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Fern C Shierson (President), Molly S Medlin (Vice Pres.), Rebeccah S Wickerham (Treasurer) and Sarah G Dumser (Secretary).
What does Shierson Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.