Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Asheville, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $220,019 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$220,019
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,013 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,013 | 4 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $220,019 | 7 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable 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 Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $125,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $85,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $19 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Better Angels Society | Film production costs | $125,000 |
| UNC Asheville Foundation | Dream bigger. Achieve more. Campaign | $50,000 |
| Health Equity Coalition WNC | General support | $25,000 |
| The Rare Cancer Research Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Park Place Christian Academy | Athletic facilities | $5,000 |
| University of the South | General support | $5,000 |
| KCB Real Estate VII Passthrough Contributions | General support | $19 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan McRae Shanor
Questions people ask
Does Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust give?
$220,019 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan McRae Shanor (Trustee).
What does Susan & Charles Shanor Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.