Grants paid in 2025
16 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco SPCASan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $50K |
| Sf-Marin Food BankSan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $50K |
| Florida Humane SocietyPompano Beach, FL | Unrestricted | $35K |
| Abandonned Pet Rescue IncLauderdale, FL | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Rocket Dog Rescue IncSan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Alvarado Elementary PTASan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $20K |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay AreaOakland, CA | Unrestricted | $20K |
| Wind in the Willows Early Learning CenterSan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $20K |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Boward IncFort Lauderdale, FL | Unrestricted | $15K |
| Boys & Girls Club of Broward CountyFort Lauderdale, FL | Unrestricted | $15K |
| Boys & Girls Club of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $15K |
| The Everglades Foundation IncPalmetto Bay, FL | Unrestricted | $15K |
| Spark SF Public SchoolsSan Francisco, CA | Unrestricted | $15K |
| Big Cat Rescue CorpTampa, FL | Unrestricted | $10K |
| Humane Society of Sonoma CountySanta Rosa, CA | Unrestricted | $10K |
| American Red CrossBoone, IA | Unrestricted | $9,603 |
By state: California 9 · Florida 6 · Iowa 1
About this foundation
Shepard Milner Wardlaw Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee, administered in care of Michael King, tax-exempt since 2016. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Shepard Milner Wardlaw Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Shepard Milner Wardlaw Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $350K across 16 grants, a median of $18K.
Where does Shepard Milner Wardlaw Foundation give?
California (9 grants), Florida (6 grants), Iowa (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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