Shayne Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 62-1540372 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$867K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$186,000
Total assets$20.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $122,800 and $558,000.
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 California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | Boston, MA | A donor-advised fund to grant assets to public charities | $558,000 |
| The Gay and Lesbian Fund of Vermont | Randolph, VT | Promote the substantive, valuable contributions lgbtqa donors make to the broader community | $186,000 |
| The Schoolhouse | Burlington, VT | Educational scholarships & grants | $122,800 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $866,800 | 3 |
| 2024 | $760,200 | 4 |
| 2023 | $736,100 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601289349102170
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-1540372
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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