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Lawrence M Shaw Foundation is a private corporation based in BURIEN, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Lawrence M Shaw. It holds total assets of $2.9M. Annual income is reported at $416K. Total assets have grown from $402K in 2011 to $2.9M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Washington. According to available records, Lawrence M Shaw Foundation has made 53 grants totaling $414K, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $92K and $109K annually from 2020 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $37K, with an average award of $8K. The foundation has supported 16 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, New York, Indiana, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$37K
Based on 13 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Lawrence M Shaw Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 53 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, NY, IN.
Lawrence M Shaw Foundation has distributed a total of $414K across 53 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $8K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $37K.
Lawrence M Shaw Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lawrence M Shaw Foundation is headquartered in BURIEN, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence M Shaw | PRESIDENT/TREAS | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$2.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$2.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
53
Total Giving
$414K
Average Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
16
Most Common Grant
$2K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom FoundationTo support the foundations mission to advance individual liberty, free enterprise, and limited, accountable government. | Olympia, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| TreehouseGIVING FOSTER KIDS A CHILDHOOD AND A FUTURE | Seattle, WA | $1K | 2023 |
| Chehalis Centralia Railroad Museumto preserve the railroad heritage of the region | Chehalis, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Pacific Legal FoundationPROTECT CONSTITUTION AND THE RIGHTS AND LIBERTIES IT GUARANTEES ALL AMERICANS | Bellevue, WA | $22K | 2023 |
| Centralia College FoundationSUPPORT FOUR YEAR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM | Centralia, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| United Way Of King CountyBUILDING A STRONG COMMUNITY SAFETY NET | Seattle, WA | $8K | 2023 |
| Washington Trails AssociationMAINTAIN TRAILS AND CONNECT A NEW GENERATION TO THE OUTDOORS. | Seattle, WA | $7K | 2023 |
| Chehalis FoundationBETTERMENT OF COMMUNITY | Chehalis, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodIMPROVE WOMEN'S HEALTH AND SAFETY, PREVENT UNINTENDED PREGNANCIES, AND ADVANCE THE RIGHT AND ABILITY OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO MAKE INFORMED AND RESPONSIBLE CHOICES | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Nature ConservancyPROTECT NATURAL WORLD | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Student Conservation AssociationtO SUPPORT SCAs mission oF buildING the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land. | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| The Mustard Seed ProjectBUILDING AN ELDER FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | Vaughn, WA | $800 | 2023 |
| Ed Choiceto advance educational freedom and choice for all as a pathway to successful lives and a stronger society. | Indianapolis, IN | $250 | 2023 |
| Key Peninsula NewsSUPPORT INDEPENDENT, RELIABLE, LOCAL NEWS IN KEY PENINSULA | Vaughn, WA | $200 | 2023 |
| Chief Seattle Council - Boy ScoutsPREPARE YOUNG PEOPLE TO MAKE ETHICAL AND MORAL CHOICES | Seattle, WA | $500 | 2021 |
| Consumer'S CheckbookASSIT IN PUBLISHING UNBIASED REVIEWS, UNDERCOVER PRICE RESEARCH,AND ADVICE ON LOCAL BUSINESSES AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS. | Big Sandy, TX | $100 | 2021 |