Shellfish Restoration Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shellfish Restoration Foundation is a private foundation in Warren, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$424,357
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,100 | 2 | $438,522 |
| 2024 | $24,900 | 2 | $432,033 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 1 | $424,357 |
How to apply
Shellfish Restoration 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 Shellfish Restoration Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roger William University | Warren river oyster enhancement | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Willis E Blount
- Julie E Blount
- Marcia L Blount
- Nancy Blount
- Joanne Dahmer
Questions people ask
Does Shellfish Restoration Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shellfish Restoration Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Shellfish Restoration Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Willis E Blount (President), Julie E Blount (Secretary), Marcia L Blount (Treasurer) and Nancy Blount (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Shellfish Restoration Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.