Shackleford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shackleford Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $570,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$570,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $545,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $545,000 | 9 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $545,000 | 9 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $570,000 | 10 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Shackleford 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 Shackleford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 2 | $80,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Americares | General operating | $200,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General operating | $75,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation of Rotary Internat | General operating | $50,000 |
| New York ASPCA | General operating | $45,000 |
| New England Healing Sports Assoc | General operating | $40,000 |
| Foundation of the 1st Cavalry Division | General operating | $40,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | General operating | $35,000 |
| Army Historical Foundation Inc | General operating | $35,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $25,000 |
| National Wwii Museum | General operating | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph J Rucci Jr Esq
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Shackleford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shackleford Foundation give?
$570,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Shackleford Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph J Rucci Jr Esq (Co-Trustee) and Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Shackleford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.