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Schwemm Family Foundation is a private trust based in BETHESDA, MD. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. It holds total assets of $1.5M. Annual income is reported at $441K. Total assets have grown from $1M in 2013 to $1.5M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of community development. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California and Oregon. According to available records, Schwemm Family Foundation has made 84 grants totaling $567K, with a median grant of $8K. Annual giving has grown from $82K in 2020 to $132K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $250K distributed across 34 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $15K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 56 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Oregon, Illinois, which account for 93% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$7K
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$8K
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.
Schwemm Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of community development. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 84 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, OR, IL.
Schwemm Family Foundation has distributed a total of $567K across 84 grants. The median grant size is $8K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $15K.
The application deadline is APRIL 1ST, NOVEMBER 1ST. Grants of up to $4,999 will be required to be utilized by the recipient non-profit within twelve months of the award, the grants between $5,000 and $30,000 may be utilized by the recipient organization for a period spanning beyond twelve months. Grants will not be awarded for ongoing operating support, loans, and endowments, or for unrestricted purposes.
Schwemm Family Foundation is headquartered in BETHESDA, MD. While based in MD, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Tuck | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Annie Swank | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jan Rieke | Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cathy Schwemm | Vice President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kari Gies | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$173K
Total Assets
$1.5M
Fair Market Value
$44K
Net Worth
$1.5M
Grants Paid
$132K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$157K
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total: $984K
Total Grants
84
Total Giving
$567K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$8K
Unique Recipients
56
Most Common Grant
$8K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marin Shakespeare CompanyShakespeare Performances/Acting for Incarcerated | San Rafael, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Gresham Historical SocietyDigitize selected pre-1935 archival materials in the Gresham Historical Society collection for online publication. | Gresham, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Algonquin Garden ClubThis application seeks funding to restore and preserve the historic Mineral Springs site in Towne Park, Algonquin, Ill. | Algonquin, IL | $8K | 2023 |
| Eco Urban GardensInstallation of a Farm Lab for outdoor learning with a green wall to reduce pollution and noise from Freeways. | Los Angeles, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeThe project will expand IRC's Community Garden and educate immigrant and refugee community gardeners. | San Diego, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Mchenry County Conservation FoundatTransforming 21 acres to high quality prairie and tying together nearly 500 acres of previously restored land. | Richmond, IL | $8K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Ventura CountyCreate and publish a scholarly journal on uncovering the impact of historical floods and droughts in Ventura County. | Ventura, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Sanctuary Forest IncRestoration of an important tributary for salmonid recovery in the Mattole River watershed in northwestern California. | Whitehorn, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| The Wetlands ConservancyIncrease wetland awareness and enhance local wetlands through stewardship, including planting and education events. | Portland, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Southern Oregon Historical SocietyDigitize & preserve 6,000 glass plate negatives by pioneer photographer Peter Britt (18191905) beginning in the 1850s. | Medford, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Oregon Rail Heritage FoundationPurchase and installation of interpretive panels on turntable fence and rail crossing signals exhibits. | Portland, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Klamath Trails AllianceThe Geo Trail Extension project is aimed to increase physical activity and trail connectivity. | Klamath Falls, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Blue Zones Project-Healthy KlamathThe signage project is aimed to increase trail utilization through signage and education. | Klamath Falls, OR | $8K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara ZooThe California Condor Nest Guarding Program is a research-driven program to protect California condors in the wild. | Santa Barbara, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Coastal Watershed CouncilEngaging the community for river restoration work and improved ecosystem health along the lower San Lorenzo River. | Santa Cruz, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Wishtoyo FoundationOur internship program trains and mentors Indigenous and other marginalized youth to address environmental injustice. | Ventura, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Wingwatchers IncWingwatchers is in need of a floating solar powered pump to be able to better manage the water levels in our wetlands. | Klamath Falls, OR | $4K | 2023 |
| Friends Of The Chicago RiverLitter Free Chicago-Calumet River provides opportunities for litter prevention and removal in the Chicago area. | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Alight Donor ServicesRefugee Support | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2022 |
| Building Healthy FamiliesThe Project will provide a green space that will enhance a marginalize community & offer healthy choices for families. | Enterprise, OR | $8K | 2022 |
| Turtle Island Restoration NetworkProtect endangered Monarch Butterfly habitat through restoration and growing native pollinator plants with students. | Forest Knolls, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| California Native Plant SocietyTo protect Californias rarest plants, CNPS will make information on rare plant threats free and publicly available | Sacramento, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| Wild Farmlands FoundationThis project involves planting and caring for 1,000 native oak trees in the central valley of Restoration Oaks Ranch | Gaviota, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| We Sow We Grow ProjectWSWG is expanding our Community Gardens project by enhancing the gardens and collaborating with other urban farmers. | Chicago, IL | $8K | 2022 |
| Earth Island InstituteProducing videos to increase awareness about carnivores and nonlethal methods, grow new audiences and use in campaigns | Larkspur, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| Josephy Center For Arts And CultureWith local historians and tribal elders, examine the Confluence of two rivers where Whites and Indians met, 1870-1900 | Joseph, OR | $8K | 2022 |
| Occidental Arts And Ecology CenterImplementing a suite of wildlife habitat creation and restoration activities across 40 acres in Sonoma County, CA | Occidental, CA | $7K | 2022 |
| Wolf Creek Community Alliancecreate mapped biking and hiking tours of the watershed with natural and cultural history points of interest | Grass Valley, CA | $7K | 2022 |
| Lost Sierra Food ProjectThe interactive garden is a hands-on classroom that will be incorporated into our production and educational farm | Quincy, CA | $6K | 2022 |
| White Buffalo Land TrustWBLT partners with SY Band of Chumash Environmental Office to develop three Resilience Gardens | Summerland, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Lift Urban PortlandSupper Club workshops promote an understanding of nutrition and mitigate isolation for low-income neighbors. | Portland, OR | $4K | 2022 |