Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,051 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,076 and the largest $10,152. 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$49,051
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,076
- Largest grant$10,152
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,200 the year before.
22% 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 | $35,106 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $50,200 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $49,051 | 9 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust 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 Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 6 | $28,747 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,152 |
| New York | 1 | $7,652 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University Foundation | Unrestricted general | $10,152 |
| Sigma Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation | Unrestricted general | $10,152 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To honor military and first | $7,652 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted general | $5,076 |
| Washburn University | Support ktwu - channel 11 | $5,076 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted general | $3,367 |
| Topeka Performing Arts Center Inc | Unrestricted general | $3,367 |
| Phil McAfee Mission Inc | Support for capital | $2,500 |
| The Arts Center of Topeka Inc | Unrestricted general | $1,709 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust give?
$49,051 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,076.
Who runs Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.