George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $249,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$249,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,000 the year before.
32% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $189,250 | 17 | $3.9 million |
| 2023 | $210,000 | 19 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $249,000 | 25 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable 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 George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $90,000 |
| Virginia | 8 | $55,000 |
| Maryland | 9 | $54,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $32,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unity School of Christianity | General use | $90,000 |
| Church of the Epiphany | General use | $20,000 |
| Food Bank of Southeast Virginia | General use | $15,000 |
| Gabriel Project Inc | General use | $10,000 |
| House of Ruth | General use | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Mary Boystowngirlstown | General use | $10,000 |
| St Andrew's Episcopal Church | General use | $10,000 |
| Umd Catholic Student Ctr | General use | $10,000 |
| 100 Entrepenuers | General use | $5,000 |
| Divine Mercy Academy | General use | $5,000 |
| Facts About Fertility | General use | $5,000 |
| For Kids Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Good Counsel Homes | General use | $5,000 |
| Hope House Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Mustard Seed | General use | $5,000 |
| Reach | General use | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General use | $5,000 |
| Sister Servants of the Lord | General use | $5,000 |
| The Urban Renewal Center | General use | $5,000 |
| YMCA South Hampton Roads | General use | $5,000 |
| St Joseph's House | General use | $4,000 |
| Isaiah's Promise Inc | General use | $3,000 |
| Family Missions Company | General use | $2,500 |
| MSGR Thomas Wells Scholarship | General use | $2,500 |
| George Washington University | General use | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vera D Schleeter
- James S Regan
Questions people ask
Does George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation give?
$249,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vera D Schleeter (Director, PR) and James S Regan (Director, VI).
What does George Clarence & Dorothy Shaffer Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.