The Shearwater Foundation
Invitation OnlyHuntsville, Alabama · EIN 63-1280360 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$57K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$12,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
40% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jocotoco Foundation | Baltimore, MD | General support | $20,000 |
| Village of Promise | Huntsville, AL | General support | $15,000 |
| Our Kids Inc | Nashville, TN | General support | $12,000 |
| Impact America | Birmingham, AL | General support | $5,000 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation | Huntsville, AL | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $57,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $57,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $56,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641359349101839
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 63-1280360
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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