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Swenson Fam Foundation is a private trust based in CRANBURY, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is Prager Metis Cpas LLC. It holds total assets of $2M. Annual income is reported at $326K. Total assets have grown from $1.6M in 2011 to $2.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 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. Funding is distributed across 4 states, including Arizona, District of Columbia, Virginia. According to available records, Swenson Fam Foundation has made 201 grants totaling $718K, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $127K and $302K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $302K distributed across 78 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $35K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 69 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in District of Columbia, Arizona, Connecticut, which account for 49% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 17 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$25K
Based on 40 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.
Swenson Fam Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 201 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in DC, AZ, CT.
Swenson Fam Foundation has distributed a total of $718K across 201 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $35K.
Swenson Fam Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Swenson Fam Foundation is headquartered in CRANBURY, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 17 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary L Swenson | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jannette E Swenson | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$178K
Total Assets
$2.1M
Fair Market Value
$2.7M
Net Worth
$2.1M
Grants Paid
$140K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$115K
Distribution Amount
$128K
Total: $2M
Total Grants
201
Total Giving
$718K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
69
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest TimeGENERAL PURPOSE | Greenwich, CT | $5K | 2023 |
| Open DoorsGENERAL PURPOSE | Santa Ana, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Heroes Equine Assisted Riding TherapyGENERAL PURPOSE | Wittmann, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Conservative Partnership InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $35K | 2023 |
| Center For Renewing AmericaGENERAL PURPOSE | Holland, MI | $15K | 2023 |
| Dream City ChurchGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $15K | 2023 |
| State Freedom Caucus Network FdtnGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $10K | 2023 |
| Honor Health FdnGENERAL PURPOSE | Scottsdale, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| K Copeland MinistriesGENERAL PURPOSE | Overland Park, KS | $4K | 2023 |
| The Voice Of The MartyrsGENERAL PURPOSE | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| Alliance Defending FreedomGENERAL PURPOSE | Scottsdale, AZ | $3K | 2023 |
| Young America FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Herndon, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| The Leadership InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Church At The ChipGENERAL PURPOSE | Cave Creek, AZ | $2K | 2023 |
| Maryland Family InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| American Cornerstone InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Woodland Park, CO | $2K | 2023 |
| Prison Fellowship MinistriesGENERAL PURPOSE | Landsdowne, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Nom Education FundGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Family Institute Of ConnecticutGENERAL PURPOSE | Hartford, CT | $2K | 2023 |
| Fellowship For Christian AtheletesGENERAL PURPOSE | Red Bank, NJ | $2K | 2023 |
| American Center For Law & JusticeGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Judicial WatchGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Center For Arizona PolicyGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Billy Graham EvangelisticGENERAL PURPOSE | Charlotte, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| Cbn IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Virginia Beach, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Chaplaincy For The HomelessGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Concerned Women For AmericaGENERAL PURPOSE | Pueblo, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| American CornerstoneGENERAL PURPOSE | Colorado Springs, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| High Hopes Therapeutic RidingGENERAL PURPOSE | Old Lyme, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| Dutch Sheets MinistryGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Elijah StreamsGENERAL PURPOSE | Rockford, IL | $1K | 2023 |
| Messianic VisionGENERAL PURPOSE | Brunswick, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| National Right To Work FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Springfield, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Samaritan Touch HomelessGENERAL PURPOSE | Scottsdale, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Phoenix Rescue MissionGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyGENERAL PURPOSE | Alexandria, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| American Accountability FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Patrick Henry CollegeGENERAL PURPOSE | Springfield, VA | $500 | 2023 |
| St Gabriel SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Mentor, OH | $500 | 2023 |
| Caring CorpsGENERAL PURPOSE | Colorado Springs, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Camp Fire ConsvervationGENERAL PURPOSE | Park City, UT | $250 | 2023 |
| The Heritage FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |