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Shelton Family Foundation is a private corporation based in ABILENE, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is David L Copeland. It holds total assets of $40.8M. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Established in 1996 by A.B. "Stormy" Shelton with the intent to benefit the citizens of Abilene and the Big Country area. The foundation focuses on giving primarily for the arts, education, health, children, youth and social services, and to Christian and Protestant organizations. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Abilene, TX and Big Country area. According to available records, Shelton Family Foundation has made 242 grants totaling $4M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $819K and $2.2M annually from 2021 to 2024. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2023 with $2.2M distributed across 154 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $255K, with an average award of $17K. The foundation has supported 76 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Texas and Alabama. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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Established in 1996 by A.B. "Stormy" Shelton with the intent to benefit the citizens of Abilene and the Big Country area. The foundation focuses on giving primarily for the arts, education, health, children, youth and social services, and to Christian and Protestant organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 242 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, AL.
Shelton Family Foundation has distributed a total of $4M across 242 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $17K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $255K.
The application deadline is Board reviews in February and August each year, but accepts grant proposals throughout the year. Requests limited to IRS tax-exempt organizations (501(c)(3), government entities, K-12 schools, colleges/universities, faith-based organizations) that serve Abilene and the Big Country area.
Shelton Family Foundation is headquartered in ABILENE, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David L Copeland | PRES/TREAS/DIR | $98K | $9K | $107K |
| Analie Durham | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Leonard R Hoffman | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David R Durham | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Andrew D Durham | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Wendy H Durham | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| C Christine Nichols | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Shay Shelton Hoffman | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sindy Shelton Durham | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$40.8M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$40.8M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
242
Total Giving
$4M
Average Grant
$17K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
76
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love And Care MinistriesCAREPACKS FOR KIDS | Abiilene, TX | $30K | 2024 |
| The Abilene Education Fund2024-2026 COOL PROGRAM | Abilene, TX | $135K | 2024 |
| Mcmurry UniversityGARRISON STUDENT CENTER RENOVATION | Abilene, TX | $100K | 2024 |
| Food Bank Of Abilene IncCAPITAL EXPANSION | Abilene, TX | $84K | 2024 |
| Kenley School2024 OPERATIONS | Abilene, TX | $60K | 2024 |
| Betty Hardwick CenterHUD RAPID REHOUSING AND PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE | Abiilene, TX | $60K | 2024 |
| Salvation Army & Its ComponentsSHELTER RENOVATIONS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS | Abilene, TX | $55K | 2024 |
| Bcfs Health And Human ServicesYOUNG MEN'S OUR HOUSE OPERATIONS | Abilene, TX | $50K | 2024 |
| Houses For Healing IncPHASE 2 PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURES | Abilene, TX | $50K | 2024 |
| Abilene Hope Haven IncBRIDGE 2 HOME OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Abilene, TX | $50K | 2024 |
| National Center For Children'S Illustrated Literature2024 OPERATIONS SUPPORT | Abilene, TX | $42K | 2024 |
| Rescue The Animals2023 OPERATING EXPENSES | Abilene, TX | $30K | 2024 |
| Restored Hope Ministries IncOPERATIONS | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2024 |
| All Kind Animal InitativePET ADOPTION AND RESOURCE CENTER -CAPITAL PROJECT | Abiilene, TX | $25K | 2024 |
| Abilene Christian UniversityBAPTIST STUDIES CENTER | Abilene, TX | $25K | 2024 |
| Communities In SchoolsCARE PACK PROGRAM FOR AISD STUDENTS | Abiilene, TX | $20K | 2024 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Abilene IncJOIN THE VILLAGE | Abilene, TX | $15K | 2024 |
| United Way Of Abilene2024 CAMPAIGN | Abilene, TX | $13K | 2024 |
| Center For Contemporary ArtsNATIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION | Abilene, TX | $10K | 2024 |
| Texas Ramp ProjectABILENE RAMP PROJECT | Richardson, TX | $10K | 2024 |
| Phoenix Iccd Clubhouse IncACCREDITATION TRAINING | Abiilene, TX | $6K | 2024 |
| Callahan County Aging Services2024 OPERATIONS | Baird, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| American National Red Cross2024 OPERATIONS | Abilene, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| Grace Museum2023 ANNUAL FALL BENEFIR | Abiilene, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| Abilene Arts AllianceENDOWMENT | Abiilene, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| New Horizons Ranch & Center IncMENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT | Abilene, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Texas Inc2024 SPORTS PROGRAM | Abilene, TX | $5K | 2024 |
| Abilene Performing Arts Company IncSCHOLARSHIP FUND | Abilene, TX | $3K | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Abilene Public Library2024 FUNDRAISER | Abilene, TX | $2K | 2024 |
| West Texas Rehabilitation CenterGOLF CLASSIC | Abilene, TX | $2K | 2024 |
| Sight Savers AmericaHIGH-TECH VISION AIDS | Birmingham, AL | $30K | 2023 |