Shelburne Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shelburne Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $73,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $77,000 the year before.
21% of its 2024 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 | $77,000 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Shelburne Charitable 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 Shelburne Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $44,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pa and West Virginia | Mercer wishes | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross (Hurricane Ian) | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | General purposes | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General purposes | $9,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Free Enterprise Education - Erie Chapter | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Lakeview School District | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mercer Area Youth Soccer | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mercer Community Band | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mercer County Habitat for Humanity | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mustard Seed Missions of Mercer County | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Skye's Spirit Wildlife and Rehabilitation Center | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Storm Harbor Equestrian Center | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Animal Protectors (New Kensington) | General purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Ann Shelburne
- David R Berk Esq
Questions people ask
Does Shelburne Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shelburne Charitable Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Shelburne Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee Ann Shelburne (Co-Trustee) and David R Berk Esq (Co-Trustee).
What does Shelburne Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.