Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN
Preselected recipients only
Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2023 it gave $592,750 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $80,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$592,750
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$11.0 million
How to apply
Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN 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 Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 26 | $500,250 |
| New York | 2 | $62,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine General Medical Center | General operating | $80,000 |
| Christ Church | General operating | $60,000 |
| Augusta Food Bank | General operating | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley | General operating | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $35,000 |
| Kennebec Valley Humane Society | General operating | $25,000 |
| Childrens Center | General operating | $25,000 |
| The Capital Area Recreation Association | General operating | $25,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Gardiner | General operating | $20,000 |
| Augusta Colonial Theater | General operating | $20,000 |
| Spectrum Generations | General operating | $20,000 |
| Gardiner Public Library | General operating | $18,750 |
| Kennebec Valley YMCA | General operating | $15,000 |
| Family Violence Project | General operating | $15,000 |
| Turner Public Library | General operating | $15,000 |
| Greater Augusta Back to School Program | General operating | $15,000 |
| Chrysalis Place Food Center | General operating | $15,000 |
| Food for Thought | General operating | $15,000 |
| Pals No-Kill Cat Shelter | General operating | $15,000 |
| Viles Arboretum | General operating | $10,000 |
| Winthrop Food Pantry | General operating | $10,000 |
| Augusta Teen Center | General operating | $10,000 |
| Sexual Assault Crisis and Support | General operating | $5,000 |
| Music for Mavis | General operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of Lithgow Library Inc | General operating | $4,000 |
| University of Rhode Island | General operating | $2,500 |
| Boston University | General operating | $2,500 |
| Colby College | General operating | $2,500 |
| American Musical Dramatic Academy | General operating | $2,500 |
| University of Southern Maine | General operating | $2,500 |
| Univeristy of Maine | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Keybank NA
Questions people ask
Does Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN give?
$592,750 in tax year 2023, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN?
Its 2023 filing lists Keybank NA (Trustee).
What does Sheaffer Lewis J Community PFDN fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and faith communities.