Schmidt Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Schmidt Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $4,750 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$22,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$4,750
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$242,972
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,200 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $8,135 | 2 | $285,305 |
| 2023 | $21,200 | 2 | $217,635 |
| 2024 | $22,500 | 4 | $242,972 |
How to apply
Schmidt Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Schmidt Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 4 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Geo Force | Educational assistance | $12,000 |
| Alaska Resources Education | Education assitance | $7,500 |
| Individual | Educational assistance | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational asistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mischa Ellanna
- Nora Shew
- Amanda King
- Cathy Hanks
- Ben Porterfield
- Denise Warters
- Frederic Wilson
Questions people ask
Does Schmidt Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schmidt Charitable Trust give?
$22,500 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $4,750.
Who runs Schmidt Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Mischa Ellanna (Chairman), Nora Shew (Tresurer), Amanda King (Member) and Cathy Hanks (Menber) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Schmidt Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.