Samir M Shafie Charitable Foundation C-U Dec of Trust
Invitation OnlyCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 83-3423453 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$532K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$19M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $50,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mote Marine Laboratory | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $137,500 |
| Jewish Family & Children Service | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $85,000 |
| Feeding Empty Little Tummies Inc | Palmetto, FL | Program/Project support | $50,000 |
| Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $50,000 |
| Children First Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $30,000 |
| Resurrection House Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $30,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $30,000 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation | Alexandra, VA | Project/Program support | $25,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc | Palmetto, FL | Program/Project support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Manatee County Animal Services | Holmes Beach, FL | Program/Project support | $25,000 |
| Pickles Group Inc | Winnetka, IL | Program/Project support | $25,000 |
| Community Haven for Adults and Children With Disabilities Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program/Project support | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $532,500 | 13 |
| 2024 | $350,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $90,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631269349102153
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-3423453
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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