The Shapiro Family Foundation
The Shapiro Family Foundation is a private foundation committed to advancing social change through strategic grantmaking. The foundation operates with a focus on addressing systemic inequities and supporting community-based organizations that create measurable impact.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.3M
+1.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.2M
+30.5% YoY
Grant Count
51
-42.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$24K
+125.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation is committed to advancing hunger relief and education equity by supporting impactful programs and local initiatives that nourish families, expand opportunity, and uplift communities. The foundation's mission emphasizes investing in organizations that serve with compassion, creativity, and measurable impact.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Hunger relief
- Education access and equity
- Community-led solutions addressing systemic barriers
Guiding Values:
- Equity: Prioritizing programs that address systemic barriers and promote fair access to food and education
- Community-Led Solutions: Trusting the knowledge and leadership of local organizations designed by and for the communities they serve
- Collaboration: Supporting efforts requiring strong partnerships, open communication, and shared responsibility
- Impact: Supporting initiatives with measurable results and long-term sustainability
- Integrity: Operating with transparency
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $72,000 to $200,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's primary geographic focus is New Orleans and Louisiana, with a commitment to serving communities throughout the region.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $12,310,092
- Total Annual Giving: $1,204,500
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,310,092 | $12,110,273 | $12,767,593 |
| Revenue | $1,544,688 | $443,828 | $1,405,164 |
| Expenses | $1,344,869 | $1,101,148 | $831,490 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,204,500 | $950,581 | $711,420 |
| Net Investment Income | $953,390 | $298,746 | $221,697 |
| Distributable Amount | $639,088 | $533,053 | $23,364 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIANE SHAMAS | FOUNDATION MANAGER | 10 | — |
| ELAINE APPELLOF | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Shapiro Family Foundation awarded $40,000 to local nonprofits in 2025, demonstrating ongoing commitment to supporting organizations serving the New Orleans community.
Shapiro Family Foundation Awards $40000 to NonprofitsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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