Shaw Family Foundation
Founded in 1970 by his father, Francis E. Shaw, JR Shaw was one of Shaw Family Foundation’s Directors since its inception and was President from 1978 to 2020.
Under JR’s leadership, the Foundation continued to steadily grow enabling the family’s commitment to philanthropy that Charity Never Fails.
Shaw Family Foundation support charities and causes that align with its values and strategic direction. The Foundation is proud to honour the philanthropic legacy of Francis E. Shaw and JR Shaw by working closely with charities that are making a significant impact and share our sense of purpose.
“Most of us hope that going through life we can create something that makes the world a better place. That was certainly true of my father. He worked quietly and steadfastly in the firm conviction that Charity Never Fails.”
— JR Shaw
Shaw Family Foundation is honoured to partner with charities and causes that are making a significant impact in our communities and will not be accepting new applications at this time.
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