The Shapiro Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shapiro Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brattleboro, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $922,994 the year before.
29% 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 | $922,994 | 88 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 51 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
The Shapiro Family 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 The Shapiro Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 17 | $462,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $239,500 |
| Vermont | 5 | $179,200 |
| New York | 13 | $136,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $84,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $21,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation B'nai Israel | Generalgeneral | $200,000 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County | General | $150,000 |
| Windham Windsor Housing Trust (WWHT) | General | $75,000 |
| Children's Therapy Center (CTC) Academy | General | $62,000 |
| District Alliance for Safe Housing (Dash) | General | $50,000 |
| Englewood Hospital and Medical Center Foundation (Ehmc) | General | $50,000 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary of America | General | $50,000 |
| Passaic County Community College | General | $50,000 |
| Groundworks Collaborative | General | $45,000 |
| Temple Emanu-El | General | $30,000 |
| Hopkins School | General | $27,000 |
| Winston Prouty Center for Child and Family Development | General | $25,000 |
| Heightened Independence and Progress (Hip) | General | $25,000 |
| Theatre Adventure | General | $24,200 |
| Brigid's Alliance | Generalgeneral | $20,000 |
| Camp Sunshinecamp Snowflake | General | $20,000 |
| Center for Food Action | General | $20,000 |
| National Abortion Federation | General | $20,000 |
| Brattleboro Housing Opportunities Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen | General | $20,000 |
| JCC Thurnauer School of Music | General | $20,000 |
| Voteriders | General | $15,000 |
| Rock the Vote | General | $15,000 |
| League of Women Voters Education Fund | General | $15,000 |
| Wesleyan University | Generalgeneral | $12,500 |
| Servicenet Inc | General | $10,500 |
| Putney Community Cares | General | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $10,000 |
| Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) | General | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood NCS NJ | General | $10,000 |
| Prep for Prep | General | $10,000 |
| Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (Wrrap) | General | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Northern NJ | General | $7,000 |
| The Valley Hospital Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Masorti Foundation for Conservative Judaism of Israel | General | $5,000 |
| Ort America | General | $5,000 |
| Partners in Health Pih Cope | General | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | General | $5,000 |
| Spectrum for Living Development Inc | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Shamas
- Elaine Appellof
Questions people ask
Does The Shapiro Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shapiro Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs The Shapiro Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane Shamas (Foundation Manager) and Elaine Appellof (Trustee).
What does The Shapiro Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and housing and homelessness.