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Schaeffer Family Foundation is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Miriam Schaeffer. It holds total assets of $222K. Annual income is reported at $250K. Total assets have decreased from $762K in 2011 to $167K in 2023. 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 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California, New Jersey and New York. According to available records, Schaeffer Family Foundation has made 45 grants totaling $667K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has decreased from $152K in 2020 to $106K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $224K distributed across 12 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $100K, with an average award of $15K. The foundation has supported 23 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, California, New Jersey, which account for 62% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$13K
Largest Grant
$60K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Schaeffer Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 45 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, CA, NJ.
Schaeffer Family Foundation has distributed a total of $667K across 45 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $15K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $100K.
Schaeffer Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Schaeffer Family Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Weiss-Fischmann | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robert Schaeffer | Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Miriam Schaeffer | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$106K
Total Assets
$167K
Fair Market Value
$167K
Net Worth
$167K
Grants Paid
$106K
Contributions
$250K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
45
Total Giving
$667K
Average Grant
$15K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
23
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Wise TempleRELIGIOUS | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Act Ahavas Chesed TorahRELIGIOUS | Lakewood, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| Beverly Hills Jewish Community CentRELIGIOUS | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| The Ucla FoundationHUMANTARIAN | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Broadway Caresequity Fights AidsHUMANTARIAN | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Crohn'S Colitis Foundation Of AmeriRESEARCH | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Womens International Zionist OrganiHUMANTARIAN | Beverly Hills, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Make A Wish FoundationHUMANTARIAN | Phoenix, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Park City Community FoundationCOMMUNITY | Park City, UT | $1K | 2023 |
| Md Anderson Cancer CenterRESEARCH | Houston, TX | $100K | 2022 |
| Corner Stone Houseing For AdultsHUMANTARIAN | North Hollywood, CA | $25K | 2022 |
| Young Israel Of NorthridgeEDUCATION | Northridge, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Temple Beth HillelRELIGIOUS | Washington, DC | $500 | 2022 |
| Iron Dog K-9 InternationalHUMANTARIAN | Mcdonough, GA | $100 | 2022 |
| United States Holocaust MuseumHISTORY PRESERVATION | Washington, DC | $13K | 2021 |
| Pef Israel Endowment FundOTHER | Ney York, NY | $13K | 2021 |
| Beverly Hills Police Officers AsscoOTHER | Beverly Hills, CA | $600 | 2021 |
| Sinai SchoolsEDUCATION | Teaneck, NJ | $500 | 2021 |
| Shalhevet High SchoolEDUCATION | Los Angeles, CA | $180 | 2021 |
| K9 Lifeline RescueCOMMUNITY | Kingston, TN | $100 | 2021 |
| Bactlabs DiagnositicHUMANTARIAN | Caesare | $25K | 2020 |
| SharsheretRELIGIOUS | Teaneck, NJ | $2K | 2020 |
| National Law Enforcement OfficersCOMMUNITY | Washington, DC | $250 | 2020 |
MENLO PARK, CA
LOS ANGELES, CA
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