The Shelly Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyIrvine, California · EIN 88-2231359 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$70K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$8,396
Total assets$25K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,875 and $10,000.
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
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Museum of Art | Costa Mesa, CA | Support of visual arts in our community | $50,000 |
| Laguna Art Museum | Laguna Beach, CA | Support arts in local communities | $10,000 |
| Utah Symphony Utah Opera | Salt Lake City, UT | Support arts in local communities | $8,396 |
| Nuzzles and Co | Peoa, UT | General fundraising | $1,875 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $70,271 | 4 |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $13,500 | 3 |
| 2022 | $59,346 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349101995
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-2231359
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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