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Geiser Schweers Family Foundation is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Thomas Geiser & Donna Schwee. It holds total assets of $1.7M. Annual income is reported at $993K. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Geiser Schweers Family Foundation has made 18 grants totaling $1.5M, with a median grant of $38K. Annual giving has grown from $110K in 2020 to $244K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.2M distributed across 10 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $4K to $250K, with an average award of $85K. The foundation has supported 8 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in California. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$30K
Average Grant
$28K
Largest Grant
$45K
Based on 4 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Geiser Schweers Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 18 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA.
Geiser Schweers Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.5M across 18 grants. The median grant size is $38K, with an average of $85K. Individual grants have ranged from $4K to $250K.
Geiser Schweers Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Geiser Schweers Family Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donna Schweers | CHAIR OF THE BOARD | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Thomas C Geiser | PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, TREAS. | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kelsey S Geiser | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$256K
Total Assets
$1.6M
Fair Market Value
$1.9M
Net Worth
$1.6M
Grants Paid
$244K
Contributions
$500K
Net Investment Income
$62K
Distribution Amount
$77K
Total: $1.1M
Total Grants
18
Total Giving
$1.5M
Average Grant
$85K
Median Grant
$38K
Unique Recipients
8
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Los AngelesGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Los Angeles, CA | $200K | 2023 |
| Library Foundation Of Los AngelesGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Los Angeles, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Stanford UniversityGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Redwood City, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Saint John'S Health FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Santa Monica, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| Uc Hastings FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | San Francisco, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Center Theatre GroupGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Los Angeles, CA | $35K | 2022 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL PURPOSES OF CHARITY | Los Angeles, CA | $40K | 2020 |
| Uc Hastings College Of LawGENERAL PURPOSES OF CHARITY | San Francisco, CA | $20K | 2020 |
MENLO PARK, CA
LOS ANGELES, CA
PALO ALTO, CA