The Walden W and Jean Young Shaw Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-6162196 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$281K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$40,000
Total assets$7.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $30,000 and $41,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
83% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choc Foundation | Orange, CA | General funds | $120,000 |
| The Shea Center | San Juan Capistrano, CA | General funds | $41,000 |
| Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation | Irvine, CA | General funds | $40,000 |
| Burn Institute | San Diego, CA | General funds | $40,000 |
| University of Illinois at Chicago | Chicago, IL | General funds | $30,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Oceanside, CA | General funds | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $281,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $310,500 | 6 |
| 2022 | $303,402 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513459349101306
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6162196
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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