The Sholton Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 92-0171810
Foundation Overview
Based in Anchorage, AK, The Sholton Foundation has awarded 133 grants totaling $1,078,397 to organizations in Alaska, Idaho and 5 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $200 to $164,497, with a median award of $3,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 14 recipients (57%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
80% of all grants are concentrated in Alaska, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Alaska, funding concentrates in Anchorage (100%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 704% growth in annual giving over 9 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (43%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Sholton Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Aviation Museum | $164,497 | Anchorage, AK, US | To Support Alaska Aviation Education And Preservation | 2025 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $70,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Support For Blind And Visually Impaired Individuals | 2025 |
| Gold Nugget Triathlon Inc | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Support For Athletic Event | 2025 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation Inc | $25,000 | Denver, CO, US | Fund Women's Education And Training | 2025 |
| Anchorage Mushing District Inc | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Support Development Of Historical Designation In Anchorage Downtown District | 2025 |
| Anchor-age Center Aka Anchorage Senior Activity Center | $25,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Support And Community For Seniors | 2025 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Support For Medical Blood Supplies In Alaska | 2025 |
| Challenge Alaska | $70,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Opportunities For People With Disabilities | 2025 |
| Chapman University Foundation | $5,000 | Orange, CA, US | To Support Students And Faculty | 2025 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $25,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Disaster Relief Food And Meals | 2025 |
| Junior Achievement Of Alaska Inc | $25,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Support Economic Education For Youth | 2025 |
| Lemhi County Historical Society & Museum | $50,000 | Salmon, ID, US | To Support Historical Education And Exhibits | 2025 |
| Marfan Foundation | $120,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Research, Education, And Support Of Genetic Conditions | 2025 |
| Salvation Army Of Alaska | $25,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Services And Assist Those In Need | 2025 |
| Alaska Public Media | $200 | Anchorage, AK, US | Public Media Produces And Presents News And Content That Provides Lifelong Learning Opportunities In Public Affairs, Health And Leisure, Science And Nature, Economic And Social Development, Civic Engagement And World Events. | 2023 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2023 |
| Aarp Foundation | $200 | Washington, DC, US | Help Seniors In Need | 2023 |
| Anchorage Senior Activity Center | $1,900 | Anchorage, AK, US | Support And Community For Seniors | 2023 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Advancing Women's Lives Through The Power Of Philanthropy | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of Alaska | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Access To Opportunities And Skill Development For Girls In Alaska | 2023 |
| Alaska Public Media | $200 | Anchorage, AK, US | Public Media Produces And Presents News And Content That Provides Lifelong Learning Opportunities In Public Affairs, Health And Leisure, Science And Nature, Economic And Social Development, Civic Engagement And World Events. | 2023 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2023 |
| Aarp Foundation | $200 | Washington, DC, US | Help Seniors In Need | 2023 |
| Anchorage Senior Activity Center | $1,900 | Anchorage, AK, US | Support And Community For Seniors | 2023 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Advancing Women's Lives Through The Power Of Philanthropy | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of Alaska | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Provide Access To Opportunities And Skill Development For Girls In Alaska | 2023 |
| Alaska Aviation Museum | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2022 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Helping Blind People | 2022 |
| Alaska Public Media | $300 | Anchorage, AK, US | Public Media Produces And Presents News And Content That Provides Lifelong Learning Opportunities In Public Affairs, Health And Leisure, Science And Nature, Economic And Social Development, Civic Engagement And World Events. | 2022 |
| Anchor-age Center Inc | $2,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Senior Care | 2022 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2022 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Collecting And Distributing Blood. | 2022 |
| Challenge Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Adaptive Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, And Education. | 2022 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2022 |
| Lemhi County Historical Museum | $600 | Salmon, ID, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2022 |
| Marfan Foundation | $10,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Promote Research On Treatment Of Marfan Syndrome And Related Disorders. | 2022 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Healthcare For Those In Need | 2022 |
| Salvation Army | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2022 |
| Uaa Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Educational Experiences | 2022 |
| Alaska Airman's Association | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | To Protect, Preserve, And Promote General Aviation In Alaska | 2022 |
| Bean's Cafe Children's Lunchbox | $300 | Anchorage, AK, US | Feeding Hungry Children | 2022 |
| Music Machine | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Musical Theatre For Children | 2022 |
| Alaska Aviation Museum | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2022 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Helping Blind People | 2022 |
| Alaska Public Media | $300 | Anchorage, AK, US | Public Media Produces And Presents News And Content That Provides Lifelong Learning Opportunities In Public Affairs, Health And Leisure, Science And Nature, Economic And Social Development, Civic Engagement And World Events. | 2022 |
| Anchor-age Center Inc | $2,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Senior Care | 2022 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2022 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Collecting And Distributing Blood. | 2022 |
| Challenge Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Adaptive Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, And Education. | 2022 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2022 |
| Lemhi County Historical Museum | $600 | Salmon, ID, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2022 |
| Marfan Foundation | $10,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Promote Research On Treatment Of Marfan Syndrome And Related Disorders. | 2022 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Healthcare For Those In Need | 2022 |
| Salvation Army | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2022 |
| Uaa Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Educational Experiences | 2022 |
| Alaska Airman's Association | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | To Protect, Preserve, And Promote General Aviation In Alaska | 2022 |
| Bean's Cafe Children's Lunchbox | $300 | Anchorage, AK, US | Feeding Hungry Children | 2022 |
| Music Machine | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Musical Theatre For Children | 2022 |
| Alaska Aviation Museum | $13,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2021 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Helping Blind People | 2021 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Advancing The Lives Of Women. | 2021 |
| Anchor-age Center Inc | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Senior Care | 2021 |
| Anchorage Museum | $12,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2021 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Collecting And Distributing Blood. | 2021 |
| Challenge Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Adaptive Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, And Education. | 2021 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2021 |
| Lemhi County Historical Museum | $500 | Salmon, ID, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2021 |
| Marfan Foundation | $10,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Promote Research On Treatment Of Marfan Syndrome And Related Disorders. | 2021 |
| Northern Lights Swim Club | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Youth Activities | 2021 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Healthcare For Those In Need | 2021 |
| Salvation Army | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2021 |
| Uaa Foundation | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2021 |
| Covenant House Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Helping Homeless People. | 2021 |
| Great Land Trust | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Wildlife Conservation | 2021 |
| Special Olympics | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing A Space To Celebrate Athletes With Physical And Mental Disabilities. | 2021 |
| Alaska Public Media | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Public Media Produces And Presents News And Content That Provides Lifelong Learning Opportunities In Public Affairs, Health And Leisure, Science And Nature, Economic And Social Development, Civic Engagement And World Events. | 2021 |
| Alaska Aviation Museum | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2020 |
| Anchor-age Center Inc | $2,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Senior Care | 2020 |
| Marfan Foundation | $25,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Promote Research On Treatment Of Marfan Syndrome And Related Disorders. | 2020 |
| Old Mission Rotary Club - Pathways | $4,000 | El Cajon, CA, US | Community Services | 2020 |
| Salvation Army | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2020 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2020 |
| Challenge Alaska | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Adaptive Sports, Therapeutic Recreation, And Education. | 2020 |
| Junior Achievement | $2,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Educational Experiences | 2020 |
| Lutheran Christian School | $300 | Anchorage, AK, US | Religious School | 2020 |
| Passage House | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Shelter For People In Need. | 2020 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation | $500 | Evanston, IL, US | Advancing The Lives Of Women. | 2020 |
| Uaa Foundation | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2020 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Healthcare For Those In Need | 2020 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2020 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Helping Blind People | 2020 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Collecting And Distributing Blood. | 2020 |
| Anchorage Symphony | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Enrichment | 2020 |
| Northern Lights Swim Club | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Youth Activities | 2020 |
| Lemhi County Historical Museum | $300 | Salmon, ID, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2020 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Equip Alaskans Who Are Blind And Visually Impaired For Success In Life And Work | 2018 |
| Anchorage Museum | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2018 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Blood Supply | 2018 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2018 |
| Junior Achievment | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | To Inspire And Prepare Young People To Succeed In A Global Economy. | 2018 |
| Marfan Foundation | $26,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Promote Research On Treatment Of Marfan Syndrome And Related Disorders. | 2018 |
| Old Mission Rotary Club - Pathways | $4,000 | El Cajon, CA, US | Community Service | 2018 |
| Salvation Army | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2018 |
| Covenant House | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food And Services To Homeless Children. | 2018 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Medical Services | 2018 |
| Alaska Native Heritage Center Inc | $500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Education | 2018 |
| Anchor-age Center Inc | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Senior Care | 2018 |
| Anchorage School District | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | New Timing Board For Barttlet High School Swim Club. | 2018 |
| Lemhi County Historical Society And Museum | $500 | Salmon, ID, US | Preservation And Education | 2018 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Equip Alaskans Who Are Blind And Visually Impaired For Success In Life And Work | 2017 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2017 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Blood Supply | 2017 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2017 |
| Marfan Foundation | $25,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Heartworks Fundraising | 2017 |
| Salvation Army | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2017 |
| Junior Achievment | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | To Inspire And Prepare Young People To Succeed In A Global Economy. | 2017 |
| Old Mission Rotary Club - Pathways | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Community Service | 2017 |
| Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum | $10,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2016 |
| Alaska Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired | $2,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Equip Alaskans Who Are Blind And Visually Impaired For Success In Life And Work | 2016 |
| Alaska Center For The Performing Arts | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Performing Arts | 2016 |
| Anchorage Museum | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2016 |
| Anchorage Senior Activity Center | $4,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Fitness, Health And Wellness Programs, Numerous Special Events, Entertainment, And Sociaiization To Older Adults. | 2016 |
| Blood Bank Of Alaska | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Blood Supply | 2016 |
| Challenge Alaska | $5,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Improve The Lives Of People With Disabilities, Their Families And The Whole Community Through Adaptive Sports And Therapeutic Recreation. | 2016 |
| Food Bank Of Alaska | $1,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Providing Food For Hungry People. | 2016 |
| Lemhi County Historical Society And Museum | $1,000 | Salmon, ID, US | Museum Development And Preservation | 2016 |
| Marfan Foundation | $25,000 | Port Washington, NY, US | Heartworks Fundraising | 2016 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | $15,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Health & Wellness | 2016 |
| Salvation Army | $2,500 | Anchorage, AK, US | Community Services | 2016 |
| University Of Alaska Foundation | $3,000 | Anchorage, AK, US | Aviation Technology General Support | 2016 |
| Medicalert Foundation | $300 | Salida, CA, US | Health Training, Emergency Response | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 92-0171810 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 1665 BOB ATWOOD CIR Anchorage, AK 99517-1393 |
Key People (4)
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| Secretary, Vice President | Mary Sholton Witte |
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| President, Treasurer | Rita N Sholton |
| Director | Paul R Sholton |
| Director | Adam G Sholton |
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