The John H Shook Foundation
Invitation OnlyScotland, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-1312627 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$325K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$11M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 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
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg Area Education Foundation | Chambersburg, PA | Scholarship opportunites | $100,000 |
| Fcctc Practical Nursing Program | Chambersburg, PA | Scholarship opportunites | $50,000 |
| Wilson College | Chambersburg, PA | Scholarship opportunites | $50,000 |
| Chambersburg Meals on Wheels | Chambersburg, PA | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation | Chambersburg, PA | The franklin county senior community grant program | $25,000 |
| Mercy House of Chambersburg | Chambersburg, PA | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Menno Haven Inc | Chambersburg, PA | Menno cares program | $20,000 |
| United Way of Franklin County | Chambersburg, PA | Volunteer income tax assistance (vita) program | $20,000 |
| Presbyterian Homes Inc | Chambersburg, PA | Psl caring community hardship fund green ridge village | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Homes Inc | Chambersburg, PA | Psl caring community hardship fund quincy village | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $325,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620829349100902
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-1312627
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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