The Shapira Foundation
Accepts applications
The Shapira Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Oswego, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$66,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,800 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 | $46,000 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $60,800 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $66,000 | 11 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Cathy Thompson 16869 65th Avenue 505, Lake Oswego, OR 97035-7865 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 758-2398, robbt@shapirafoundation.org |
| What to submit | Send 1-2 page letter describing your organization and its experience in the field, what you propose to do, why the project is needed, who will be served, in what geographic areas, how project or program relates to our areas of emphasis, amount of grant request, how funds would be used, and amount of total project or program budget. We will evaluate, inform you whether or not your project or program appears to meet our guidelines or interests, and may invite you to submit a full grant application. Information may be obtained at www.shapirafoundation.org. |
| Deadlines | No deadline |
| Restrictions | Grants will not be made to individuals, athletic teams, events, debt reduction drives, political organizations, or for benefit tickets, religious purposes, or lobbying activities. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Shapira Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 8 | $49,000 |
| California | 2 | $12,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Play It Forward | Provide free musical lessons to elementary school students & purchase instruments | $10,000 |
| Wheel to Walk Foundation | To purchase medical and adaptive equipment for children with disabilities. | $10,000 |
| Community Development Projects Inc DBA Project Mercy | To build home for impoverished family | $7,000 |
| Camp Rosenbaum Fund | Provide life-enhancing opportunities for low income young people through mentoring, camp, and athletic programs. | $5,000 |
| Candlelighters for Children | Support annual family camp weekend to enable families to to build a support network | $5,000 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | To provide scholarships to children of chp employees and support for families of fallen officers | $5,000 |
| Community Transition School | Tuition free private school dedicated to the educational needs of children experiencing homelessness. | $5,000 |
| Merry Heart Children's Camp | The purpose of the grant is to support our youth with heart conditions attend a summer camp dedicated to them | $5,000 |
| Mt Hood Kiwanis Camp | To provide equitable access to programming for individuals with develomental disabilities in the community | $5,000 |
| Un Watch - USA | Further the un watch mission of monitoring the un by the yardstick of its own character. | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon Inc | To fund granting wishes of children with critical illnesses in oregon and clark county, washington. | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne L Shapira
- Elijahu Shapira
- Cathy Thompson
Questions people ask
Does The Shapira Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadline.
How much does The Shapira Foundation give?
$66,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shapira Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne L Shapira (Trustee), Elijahu Shapira (Trustee) and Cathy Thompson (Program Director).
What does The Shapira Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.