The John H and Mary Wilkes Short Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyFort Lauderdale, Florida · EIN 81-1650828 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$138K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $17,048.
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 Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | Salt Lake City, UT | Provide funding for current students | $100,000 |
| Weaving Dreams | Poway, CA | Assist people with chronic illness | $17,048 |
| Egyptian Theatre | Park City, UT | Promote performing arts | $10,000 |
| Rock the Ocean Foundation | Nashville, TN | Issues impacting marine life | $10,000 |
| University of Utah | Salt Lake City, UT | Provide funding for botanical garden | $550 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $137,598 | 5 |
| 2024 | $131,948 | 6 |
| 2023 | $185,417 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601199349101250
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-1650828
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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