THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION
Duxbury, MA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
84-6878692
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
Duxbury, MA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
84-6878692
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
AI Summary
The Jack and Kathy Shields Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has distributed a total of $1.1 million across 42 grantees in the filing year 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to assess their fit with the foundation's funding priorities.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CROSSROADS FOR KIDS INC
$521K
13%

THE VALEDICTORIAN PROJECT INC C/O WARREN TOLMAN
$260K
7%

SCHOOL ON WHEELS OF MASSACHUSETTS INC
$235K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
35
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Florida, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include CROSSROADS FOR KIDS INC, THE VALEDICTORIAN PROJECT INC C/O WARREN TOLMAN, and SCHOOL ON WHEELS OF MASSACHUSETTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE JACK AND KATHY SHIELDS FAMILY FOUNDATION’s website.
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