Shikar-Safari Club International
Shikar-Safari Club International is a public charity based in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Formed in 1957, it states that its mission is to teach and promote wildlife conservation and environmental protection, including through an annual convention.
Shikar-Safari Club International at a glance
In short: Shikar-Safari Club International gave $1.2M across 19 grants in 2025 (avg $64K), top state Texas. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,212,538
- Grants made (2025)
- 19
- Average grant
- $63,818
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $2,959,354
- +20.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Texas (26% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Shikar-Safari Club International
- Contact
Mailing address: 4935 Main St Suite 7-228, Spring Hill, TN 37174
Phone: (615) 498-8734
Website: https://shikarsafaris.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Shikar-Safari Club International funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Ivan Carter Wildlife Conser ($130K). Together the top 10 received $926K.
Grant Size Distribution
19 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 7 grants of 19 (37%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grants went to recipients in multiple states and included recipients with locations not listed. By share of grant dollars, the leading reported recipient-state shares were Texas (26%), New York (14%), an unidentified state (“?”) (12%), Louisiana (10%), and South Carolina (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 19 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ivan Carter Wildlife Conser Dallas, TX | Wildlife Conservation | $130,000 |
| LA Dept of Wildlife & Fisher Baton Rouge, LA | Wildlife Conservation | $125,000 |
| Chem Chem Association | Wildlife Conservation | $100,938 |
| South Carolina Waterfowl Asso Aiken, SC | Wildlife Conservation | $100,000 |
| The Forever Wild Foundation Caroga Lake, NY | Wildlife Conservation | $100,000 |
| Water for Wildlife Foundation Lander, WY | Wildlife Conservation | $100,000 |
| Zambeze Delta Safaris Conserv Forestburg, TX | Wildlife Conservation | $85,000 |
| Congressional Sportsmens Fo Washington, DC | — | $75,000 |
| Rowland Ward Foundation Colorado Spring, CO | Wildlife Conservation | $59,600 |
| Alaska Prof Hunters Assoc Anchorage, AK | Wildlife Conservation | $50,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,959,354 | $1,633,486 | $1,544,382 | $1,212,538 | 19 | $71,232 |
| 2024 | $2,456,829 | $-228,014 | $203,744 | — | — | $76,482 |
| 2023 | $2,649,654 | $781,289 | $342,574 | — | — | $15,361 |
| 2022 | $2,084,654 | $1,630,091 | $284,990 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $763,543 | $216,784 | $100,779 | — | — | $265 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to teach and promote wildlife conservation and protection of the environment, including through an annual convention to promote conservation.
Its 2025 grants included organizations whose own stated missions address land and water conservation, wildlife and habitat conservation through sustainable fair-chase hunting, education, and introducing children to outdoor activities. For example, Water for Wildlife Foundation describes its mission as preserving history and conserving land and water resources. Rowland Ward Foundation says it supports sustainable, fair-chase hunting that benefits local indigenous people and wildlife and habitat conservation. Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors says it recruits mentors to teach children outdoor activities and provides outdoor opportunities to children without mentors.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the organization made 19 grants totaling $1,212,538. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $130,000, with a median of $50,000.
Among the largest reported grants were $130,000 to Ivan Carter Wildlife Conservation, $125,000 to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, $100,938 to Chem Chem Association, $100,000 each to South Carolina Waterfowl Association, The Forever Wild Foundation, and Water for Wildlife Foundation, and $85,000 to Zambeze Delta Safaris Conservation. Other 2025 grants included $59,600 to Rowland Ward Foundation, $50,000 to Alaska Professional Hunters Association, and $45,000 to Americans for Oxford.
The organization’s 2024 filing says recipients must submit a report detailing use of the grant funds in accordance with the approved proposal within 30 days of project completion.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Ricardo Longoria as president, Suzie Brewster as vice president, and Bruce Rice as treasurer. Trustees listed are Don O’Shei, Stan Studer, David Ackerman, Paul Babaz, Mark Connally, Raegen Siegfried, and Jane Brown.
Shikar-Safari Club International is led by Ricardo Longoria, President since 2025 (on filings since 2021); none of the 11 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Ricardo Longoria
President
Trustee → Secretary-Tr, 2022
Secretary-Tr → President, 2025
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Don O'Shei
Trustee
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Ackerman
Trustee
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Connally
Trustee
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Babaz
Trustee
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Boysie Bollinger
Trustee
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stan Studer
Trustee
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raegen Siegfried
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Rice
Treasurer
Trustee → Secretary-Tr, 2024
Secretary-Tr → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2022
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzie Brewster
Vice President
Trustee → Kyh Editor, 2023
Kyh Editor → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2022
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (15)
- Former: H. B. Erickson (2021–2024) — President
- Former: Lane Britain (2021–2024) — Roster Chair
- Former: Alan Curry (2023–2024) — Trustee
- Former: Ricardo Longoria Wildlife Officer (2024) — Vice President
- Former: Elizabeth Rogers (2021–2023) — Past President
- Former: Louise Klarr (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Dan Tutcher Wildlife Officer (2023) — President
- Former: Bob Lodge (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Garrick Steele (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: John Pepper (2022) — Past President
- Former: Bruce Keller (2021) — Past President
- Former: Dan C. Tutcher (2021) — Secretary-Tr
- Former: Earl Bentz (2021) — Trustee
- Former: Gunnar Klarr (2021) — Immediate Pa
- Former: Russell John Pepper III (2021) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Shikar-Safari Club International
How much does Shikar-Safari Club International give each year?
Shikar-Safari Club International gave $1.2M across 19 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Shikar-Safari Club International's typical grant size?
Shikar-Safari Club International's median grant in 2025 was $50,000, and its average grant was $63,818, across 19 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Shikar-Safari Club International give grants?
Shikar-Safari Club International's top state is Texas, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were New York (14%) and Louisiana (10%).
Does Shikar-Safari Club International give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Shikar-Safari Club International's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Wildlife Conservation" (16 grants).
Who are Shikar-Safari Club International's largest grantees?
Shikar-Safari Club International's largest 2025 grantees include Ivan Carter Wildlife Conser ($130,000), LA Dept of Wildlife & Fisher ($125,000) and Chem Chem Association ($100,938), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Shikar-Safari Club International?
Shikar-Safari Club International reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.6M.
What does Shikar-Safari Club International fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to teach and promote wildlife conservation and protection of the environment, including through an annual convention to promote conservation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Shikar-Safari Club International?
Shikar-Safari Club International has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check shikarsafaris.com for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Shikar-Safari Club International's EIN?
Shikar-Safari Club International's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-6040774. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
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Grantable. (2026). Shikar-Safari Club International funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/shikar-safari-club-international-morg_8c970fa05dd74d249036076b2fd6d6c6
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