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Shaw-Burckhardt-Brenner Foundation Inc

Historical Funder

Indianapolis, Indiana · EIN 23-7076297 · Private foundation

Grants paid (2025)$56K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.1M

Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $6,500.

From the return

How to apply

The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):

ContactCHRISTINE H HICKEY
Address135 N PENNSYLVANIA ST SUITE 1400, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46204
Phone3178602905
Form and materialsTHE SHAW-BURCKHARDT-BRENNER FOUNDATION REQUIRES THAT ALL APPLICATIONS FOR GRANT FUNDING BE SUBMITTED ON THE FORM TITLED "SHAW-BURCKHARDT-BRENNER FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION". A PAPER COPY CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE FOUNDATION'S SECRETARY.
DeadlinesGRANT MATERIAL MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE APRIL 1 AND OCTOBER 1 BOARD MEETINGS.
RestrictionsTHE FOUNDATION HAS AWARDED GRANTS TO A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS, INCLUDING PROGRAMS RELATING TO THE ARTS, EDUCATION, SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY, ETC. THAT BEING SAID, HOWEVER, THE BOARD HAS DEVELOPED A NON-EXCLUSIVE FOCUS ON PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT CHILDREN (OR PROVIDE SERVICES TO CHILDREN) WITH AN EMPHASIS ON PROGRAMS THAT DEAL WITH FOOD, CLOTHING, SHELTER AND SOCIAL VALUES OVER OTHER PROGRAMS. THE BOARD PREFERS TO CONSIDER GRANT REQUESTS FOR THE FUNDING OF SPECIFIC PROGRAMS OR PROJECTS BEFORE CONSIDERING REQUESTS FOR GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS.

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.

  • Children & Youth6
  • Education5
  • Human Services5
  • Mental Health2
  • Community Development1
  • Food Assistance1

Where it gives

0% of grants went outside Indiana.

Grants paid in tax year 2025

RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Assistance League of IndianapolisIndianapolis, INProviding school clothing and shoes for students$10,000
Ays IncIndianapolis, INSummer school program for youth$6,500
Kids in Crisis Intervention TeamFranklin, INYouth counseling/assistance$6,500
Providence Cristo Rey High SchoolIndianapolis, INStudent uniform program for children of families in need$6,500
100 Black Men of Indianapolis IncIndianapolis, INMentorship program for young men$5,000
Catholic Charities IndianapolisIndianapolis, INHoly family shelter program providing support and shelter and other assistance for families below poverty level$5,000
Gleaner's Food Bank IncIndianapolis, INSchool-Based food pantry program$5,000
Ascent 121Carmel, INSupporting children survivors of sexual trauma from marion and surrounding counties$4,000
The STEM ConnectionIndianapolis, INCreating equitable access to STEM learning in central indiana$4,000
Coburn Place Safe Haven II IncIndianapolis, INSchool's out summer camp - annual program to support survivors of domestic violence and their children$3,000

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidGrant lines
2025$55,50010
2024$47,00010
2023$47,00011

Sources

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