The Louis H. Shaman Charitable Foundation provides grants to organizations serving seniors and other vulnerable residents in Maryland. The foundation prioritizes health and human services programs that benefit the elderly, disadvantaged, and disabled.
Typical awards range from 5,000 to 15,000 dollars. Organizations are expected to demonstrate prudent fundraising practices; applicants whose fundraising expenses have exceeded 15 percent of total gross receipts in each of the prior two years are not considered. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities, and applications are submitted through an online form or an accessible alternative.
Applications are due May 1, 2024. Grant duration is not stated. Official information and procedures are provided by the trustee portal referenced by Wells Fargo.