Shoval Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shoval Foundation is a private foundation in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $141,655 in 82 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$141,655
- Number of grants82
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $150,993 the year before.
28% 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 | $179,894 | 81 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $150,993 | 85 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $141,655 | 82 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Shoval 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 Shoval Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 39 | $58,230 |
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $49,800 |
| New York | 13 | $25,300 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,250 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $450 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $275 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dinners for Kids Inc | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Jimmy Fund | Unrestricted | $10,500 |
| Spotlight Pa | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Allied Services Foundation | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Cornell University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Great Barrington Land Conservatory | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Yiddish Book Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted | $4,850 |
| Hevreh of Southern Berkshire | Unrestricted | $3,013 |
| Baystate Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Berkshire Grown | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Berkshire Regional Community Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Bridge | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Community Health Programs Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Elizabeth Freeman Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Greenagers Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Institute of Afrofuturist Ecology Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| NAACP Berkshire County Branch | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Nepa | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Railroad Street Youth Project | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Peace & Justice Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Wyoming Seminary | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Harmony Homestead & Wholeness Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Triplex Cinema | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Berkshire Bounty | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Roots & Dreams and Mustard Seeds Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Close Encounters With Music | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Great Barrington Public Theatre | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Temple Israel | Unrestricted | $1,350 |
| Medical Oncology Associates Prescription Assistance Fund | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Reform Israel Appeal | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| People's Pantry | Unrestricted | $1,062 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Barrington Stage Company | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bloomsburg Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Construct Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Dewey Memorial Hall | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan W Shoval
- Rebecca A Shoval
- Deborah L Shoval
- Karyn E Gunnet-Shoval
Questions people ask
Does Shoval Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shoval Foundation give?
$141,655 in tax year 2025, across 82 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Shoval Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan W Shoval (President), Rebecca A Shoval (Treasurer), Deborah L Shoval (Board Member) and Karyn E Gunnet-Shoval (Board Member).
What does Shoval Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.