Rick and Carol Short Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySt Louis, Missouri · EIN 47-4654168 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$12K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$590K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Louis Crisis Nursery | St Louis, MO | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | St Louis, MO | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Stray Rescue of St Louis | St Louis, MO | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Arch Grants | St Louis, MO | General purpose | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,500 | 4 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631249349101318
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-4654168
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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