Sally Johnson Shy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sally Johnson Shy Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,415 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $506 and the largest $2,500. 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$9,415
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$506
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$646,455
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $24,857 the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $24,857 | 12 | $689,514 |
| 2024 | $9,415 | 12 | $646,455 |
How to apply
Sally Johnson Shy 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 Sally Johnson Shy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 2 | $3,530 |
| Tennessee | 4 | $1,956 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,690 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,031 |
| New York | 2 | $695 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $513 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ole Miss Athletic Foundation | Support student athletes | $2,500 |
| UNC Education Foundation | Education support | $1,400 |
| Carnival of Memphis | Promote memphis | $1,300 |
| Young Life | Education suppport | $1,031 |
| Grove Collective | Support student athletes | $1,030 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Adolescent growth | $513 |
| Finch College Alumni Foundation | Education support | $500 |
| UNC Athletic Foundation | Support student athletes | $290 |
| Memphis Garden Club | Promote plants environment | $250 |
| Alzheimers Association | Alzheimers support | $250 |
| Finch College Alumni Foundation | Education support | $195 |
| Chi Omega Foundation | Personal growth development | $156 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Johnson Shy
- David F Sellers Shy
- Sarah Genevieve Chapman
Questions people ask
Does Sally Johnson Shy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sally Johnson Shy Foundation give?
$9,415 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $506.
Who runs Sally Johnson Shy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Johnson Shy (Director), David F Sellers Shy (Director) and Sarah Genevieve Chapman (Director).
What does Sally Johnson Shy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.