Louis H. Shaman Charitable Foundation
Overview
Mission
To support charitable organizations supporting senior residents in Maryland.
Annual application deadlines
May 1
Program areas
Health
Human services
Program limitations
The foundation has a practice of primarily supporting organizations benefitting the elderly.
States served
Maryland
Population served
Senior residents
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Grant Guidelines
The Louis H. Shaman Charitable Foundation awards grants to organizations supporting senior residents in Maryland.
Requirements
- Organizations are not considered when their fundraising expenses have exceeded 15% of their total gross receipts in each of the two years prior to submission of an application.
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $15,000
Average number of grants per year: 5
Grantmaking priorities
Preference is given to organizations in the state of Maryland that benefit the elderly, disadvantaged, and disabled.
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 1 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
Except as otherwise specified when a grant is awarded, a progress report must be submitted within 6 months after receiving funds.
Foundation Information
About the Foundation
The Shaman Charitable Foundation was established by Louis H. Shaman, a native of Montgomery County in Maryland. Born in 1917, Mr. Shaman passed away at the age of 82 leaving a legacy through this charitable foundation. Mr. Shaman’s generosity has had a positive impact on his community, and will be appreciated for many years to come.
Mission
To support charitable organizations supporting senior residents in Maryland.
Annual application deadlines
May 1
Program areas
Health
Human services
Program limitations
The foundation has a practice of primarily supporting organizations benefitting the elderly.
States served
Maryland
Population served
Senior residents
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
The Louis H. Shaman Charitable Foundation awards grants to organizations supporting senior residents in Maryland.
Requirements
- Organizations are not considered when their fundraising expenses have exceeded 15% of their total gross receipts in each of the two years prior to submission of an application.
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $15,000
Average number of grants per year: 5
Grantmaking priorities
Preference is given to organizations in the state of Maryland that benefit the elderly, disadvantaged, and disabled.
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 1 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
Except as otherwise specified when a grant is awarded, a progress report must be submitted within 6 months after receiving funds.
About the Foundation
The Shaman Charitable Foundation was established by Louis H. Shaman, a native of Montgomery County in Maryland. Born in 1917, Mr. Shaman passed away at the age of 82 leaving a legacy through this charitable foundation. Mr. Shaman’s generosity has had a positive impact on his community, and will be appreciated for many years to come.
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