John M Shank Memorial Scholarship Fund
Historical FunderPortland, Oregon · EIN 27-0095533 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JANET TIPTON |
|---|---|
| Address | 11632 NE AINSWORTH CIRCLE, PORTLAND OR 97220 |
| Phone | 5032563683 |
| Form and materials | JOHN M. SHANK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION, ESSAY DESCRIBING CAREER GOALS, RESUME AND COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS |
| Deadlines | JUNE 15TH OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
85% of grants went outside Oregon.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | Portland, OR | Tuition | $6,000 |
| University of Sout | Brandon, SD | Tuition | $6,000 |
| University of Tenn | Urbana, OH | Tuition | $6,000 |
| Oakland Community | Clinton Township, MI | Tuition | $6,000 |
| University of South | Simpsonville, SC | Tuition | $6,000 |
| Suny College at | Massapequa Park, NY | Tuition | $6,000 |
| Susquehanna Univ | Easton, PA | Tuition | $6,000 |
The return also lists 10 grants to individuals ($60,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $102,000 | 17 |
| 2024 | $101,550 | 21 |
| 2023 | $90,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620509349100717
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0095533
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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