Play on Shakespeare
Ashland, Oregon · EIN 831161065 · Private foundation
Based in Ashland, Oregon, Play on Shakespeare has awarded $2.7M across 51 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to National Asian American Theatre Company Co Inc. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Play on Shakespeare funds
Play on Shakespeare's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, higher education, libraries & literacy.
Populations it has supported include older adults.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Asian American Theatre Company Co Inc GRANT TO SUPPORT PERFORMANCES OF HANSOL JUNGS TRANSLATION OF ROMEO AND JULIET. | New York, NY | $325K | 2023 |
| National Asian American Theatre Company Co Inc PROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $320K | 2024 |
| Idaho Shakespeare Festival Inc PROGRAM SUPPORT | Boise, ID | $250K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Play on Shakespeare
Play on Shakespeare's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at playonshakespeare.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Play on Shakespeare
- Does Play on Shakespeare accept grant applications?
- Play on Shakespeare's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Play on Shakespeare fund?
- Play on Shakespeare's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include National Asian American Theatre Company Co Inc, Idaho Shakespeare Festival Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Play on Shakespeare give in grants?
- Play on Shakespeare reported $1.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.7M over 51 grants.
- Where is Play on Shakespeare located?
- Play on Shakespeare is based in Ashland, Oregon. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 831161065.
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