John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lakewood, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $8,500. 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$51,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$8,500
- Assets$904,503
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 the year before.
13% 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 | $45,000 | 21 | $803,248 |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 19 | $841,878 |
| 2025 | $51,000 | 15 | $904,503 |
How to apply
John & Catherine Shuler 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 John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 2 | $12,750 |
| Colorado | 2 | $8,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $8,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $8,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $3,750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thalian Hall Center | Area of most need | $8,500 |
| Centracare Foundation | Area of most need | $6,375 |
| Central MN Habitat for Humanity | Area of most need | $6,375 |
| Summit Foundation | Area of most need | $5,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation FL | Area of most need | $5,000 |
| Care & Share Food Bank of S Colora | Area of most need | $3,500 |
| American Red Cross | Area of most need | $2,500 |
| World Food Kitchen Inc | Area of most need | $2,500 |
| Chinese Reconciliation Project Foun | Area of most need | $2,000 |
| Culver Military Academy | Area of most need | $2,000 |
| Mary Bridge Children's Foundation | Area of most need | $2,000 |
| Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Founda | Psychiatic care services | $1,500 |
| St Francis House | Area of most need | $1,500 |
| ALS Association | Area of most need | $1,250 |
| Lakewold Gardens | Area of most need | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Givin Chase
Questions people ask
Does John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust give?
$51,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Givin Chase (Trustee).
What does John & Catherine Shuler Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.