There are multiple organizations operating under variations of the "Shea Family Foundation" name. The primary entities identified are:
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$18K
-93.6% YoY
Grant Count
4
-89.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$5K
-37.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Newton, MA Foundation
No specific mission statement provided in available sources.
Chicago, IL Foundation
Provides contributions to arts and cultural organizations, including the Joffrey Ballet, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and Viceral Dance Center. Also supports educational institutions and community organizations including the Forest Preserve Foundation, Lincoln Academy of Illinois, and the Junior League of Chicago.
Texas Foundation
No specific subject areas of focus identified in available sources. Funding efforts are concentrated in local Texas cities.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
** $1,000–$100,000 (typical awards)
Average Grant
** $40
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Newton, MA Foundation
Massachusetts
Chicago, IL Foundation
Illinois (Chicago area)
Texas Foundation
Texas, with funding in Addison, Dallas, Plano, Richardson, and Roanoke. Primary location: Parker, TX
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Newton, MA Foundation (2024)
- Total assets: $0
- Total giving: $18,000
- Revenue: $0
- Expenses: $25,800
- Total liabilities: $0
Chicago, IL Foundation (2023)
- Total assets: $722,992
- Total giving: $91,490
- Revenue: $15,521
- Expenses: $91,490
- Total liabilities: $0
Texas Foundation (Most Recent Filing)
- Total assets: $575,624
- Total awarded: $104,000
- Revenue: $26,612
- Expenses: $113,487
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| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
140 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Angell Animal Medical Center ($4,500), St Patricks Manor ($4,500), Norwood Football Parents ($4,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ANGELL ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER BOSTON, MA | GENERAL SUPPRT | $4,500 |
| ST PATRICKS MANOR FRAMINGHAM, MA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $4,500 |
| NORWOOD FOOTBALL PARENTS NORWOOD, MA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $4,500 |
| BETHANY HEALTH CARE FRAMINGHAM, MA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $4,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Newton, MA Foundation
- Robert J. Gaynor (Trustee)
- Eileen Nee (Trustee)
- Barbara Shea (Trustee)
- Neil Sheehan (Trustee)
All trustees serve 1 hour per week with no compensation.
Texas Foundation
- Bonnie C. Shea (President and Treasurer)
- Nathan A. Shea (Vice President and Secretary)
- Caycee Holt (Director)
- Allie Hickey (Director)
- McKenzie Shea (Director)
Board members receive no compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT GAYNOR | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| EILEEN NEE | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| BARBARA SHEA | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| NEIL SHEEHAN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shea Family Foundation fund?
No specific mission statement provided in available sources. Provides contributions to arts and cultural organizations, including the Joffrey Ballet, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and Viceral Dance Center. Also supports educational institutions and community organizations including the Forest Preserve Foundation, Lincoln Academy of Illinois, and the Junior League of Chicago. No specific subject areas of focus identified in available sources. Funding efforts are concentrated in local Texas cities.…
How do I apply for a grant from Shea Family Foundation?
• **Total giving (2024):** $18,000 • **Number of grants (2024):** 4 grants • **Grant range:** $1,000–$100,000 (typical awards) • **Median grant:** $4,500 • **Maximum grant:** $4,500 • **Status:** Filed final return as of 2024 • **Total giving (2023):** $91,490 • **Number of grants (2023):** 14 grants • **Recent grants include:** • Joffrey Ballet: $45,000 (General Operation) • University of Notre Dame: $17,600 (General Operation) • Chicago Symphony Orchestra: $11,750 (General Operation) • **Tota…
Where does Shea Family Foundation make grants?
Massachusetts Illinois (Chicago area) Texas, with funding in Addison, Dallas, Plano, Richardson, and Roanoke. Primary location: Parker, TX ---
What size grants does Shea Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Shea Family Foundation awarded 4 grants totaling $18K — an average of about $5K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Shea Family Foundation's EIN?
Shea Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-7210780. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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