The Shipley Educational Foundation
The Shipley Educational Foundation was a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. Its 2023 filing was marked as a final return: the foundation reported that it made distributions from assets in complete liquidation and filed a certificate of dissolution with Delaware on April 19, 2023. It therefore appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
The Shipley Educational Foundation at a glance
In short: The Shipley Educational Foundation gave $203K across 14 grants in 2023 (avg $15K), top state Massachusetts. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $203,239
- +6563.6% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 14
- +250.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $14,517
- +1803.9% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $6,250
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (44% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Shipley Educational Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. This was the policy stated in its final 2023 filing; the foundation appears to have wound down.
- Contact
Mailing address: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-1377
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Shipley Educational Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Eastham Historical Society Inc ($75K). Together the top 10 received $143K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($50,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 18 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts (44%) and Indiana (25%), followed by the District of Columbia (11%), California (6%), and Michigan (5%). The listed grants also included recipients in Arizona, Illinois, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Shipley Educational Foundation gives
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2022) to $203K (2023). In 2023 it made 14 grants totaling $203K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eastham Historical Society Inc Eastham, MA | Building Fund for New Educational Wing | $75,000 |
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $50,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc Washington, DC | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Hillsdale College Hillsdale, MI | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Worcester State Foundation Inc Worcester, MA | Sharen Cutting Shipley Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund Oceanside, CA | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Turning Point USA Inc Phoenix, AZ | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Heritage Foundation Washington, DC | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Homes for Our Troops Inc Taunton, MA | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Prager University Foundation Sherman Oaks, CA | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $-10,470 | $210,253 | $203,239 | 14 | $210,154 | $190 | $454 |
| 2022 | $220,723 | $83,002 | $12,195 | $3,050 | 4 | $10,267 | $2,789 | $8,722 |
| 2021 | $149,916 | $155,416 | $5,500 | — | — | $5,500 | $5,416 | $955 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Shipley Educational Foundation reported a distributable amount of $454 for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for an educational wing and scholarship funds, as well as unrestricted grants to other charitable organizations. For example, Eastham Historical Society describes its mission as “local historical education and preservation”; Ball State University Foundation describes its role as managing private gifts to support Ball State University; and Homes for Our Troops says it builds and donates specially adapted homes for severely injured veterans.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $203,239. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $75,000, with a median grant of $6,250. The filing states that the grants were distributions from assets in complete liquidation and were made solely for the charitable purposes specified.
Notable 2023 grants included $75,000 to Eastham Historical Society for a building fund for a new educational wing; $50,000 to Ball State University Foundation for the Gloria Shipley Scholarship Fund; $12,500 to Judicial Watch for general and unrestricted purposes; and $10,000 each to Hillsdale College for general and unrestricted purposes and Worcester State Foundation for the Sharen Cutting Shipley Scholarship Fund.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing listed Robert J Shipley as director, president, secretary, and treasurer.
The Shipley Educational Foundation is led by Robert J Shipley, Director, President, Secretary & Treasurer on every filing since 2021 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Robert J Shipley
Director, President, Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "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 The Shipley Educational Foundation
How much does The Shipley Educational Foundation give each year?
The Shipley Educational Foundation gave $203K across 14 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $3K across 4 grants.
What is The Shipley Educational Foundation's typical grant size?
The Shipley Educational Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $6,250, and its average grant was $14,517, across 14 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Shipley Educational Foundation give grants?
The Shipley Educational Foundation's top state is Massachusetts, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Indiana (25%) and District of Columbia (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does The Shipley Educational Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 79% of The Shipley Educational Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Shipley Educational Foundation's largest grantees?
The Shipley Educational Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Eastham Historical Society Inc ($75,000), Judicial Watch Inc ($12,500) and Hillsdale College ($10,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($50,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does The Shipley Educational Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for an educational wing and scholarship funds, as well as unrestricted grants to other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Shipley Educational Foundation?
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Shipley Educational Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, The Shipley Educational Foundation reported a distributable amount of $454 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Shipley Educational Foundation's EIN?
The Shipley Educational Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-2801875. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Does The Shipley Educational Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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