The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.5 million in 127 grants; the typical grant was $900 and the largest $819,487. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$5.5 million
- Number of grants127
- Typical grant$900
- Largest grant$819,487
- Assets$0
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $198,713 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $199,494 | 140 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $198,713 | 137 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $5.5 million | 127 | $0 |
How to apply
The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation 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.
What The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 28 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 17 | $2.1 million |
| California | 11 | $833,742 |
| Colorado | 6 | $830,287 |
| Virginia | 9 | $826,537 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $819,988 |
| Maryland | 10 | $20,845 |
| New York | 14 | $17,350 |
| Arizona | 16 | $14,100 |
| Texas | 9 | $11,031 |
| Florida | 7 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Defense Fund | General funds | $819,487 |
| Peta | General funds | $817,487 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General funds | $816,988 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General funds | $816,988 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | General funds | $816,987 |
| St Benedict Monastery | General funds | $816,987 |
| Wilderness Society | General funds | $410,994 |
| Gentle Giants Draft Horse | General funds | $7,500 |
| Castleton Ranch | General funds | $5,055 |
| Hooves and Paws Animal Rescue | General funds | $4,600 |
| Orphan Acres | General funds | $4,000 |
| Turning Pointe Donkey Rescue | General funds | $4,000 |
| Little Longears Miniature Donkey Rescue | General funds | $3,800 |
| Animal Recovery Mission | General funds | $3,750 |
| Animal's Angels | General funds | $3,500 |
| Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary | General funds | $3,500 |
| Lifesavers Wild Horse Rescue | General funds | $3,000 |
| Lost Meadows Mule Refuge | General funds | $3,000 |
| Guardians of Rescue | General funds | $2,950 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General funds | $2,550 |
| Smiling Dogs Farm | General funds | $2,521 |
| Four Corners Equine Rescue | General funds | $2,500 |
| Redwings Horse Sanctuary | General funds | $2,500 |
| Save-A-Pet USA | General funds | $2,500 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General funds | $2,250 |
| Nature Conservancy | General funds | $2,250 |
| Mara Elephant Project | General funds | $2,200 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue Inc | General funds | $2,010 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General funds | $2,000 |
| International Conservation Caucus Foundation | General funds | $2,000 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfare | General funds | $2,000 |
| National Greyhound Foundation | General funds | $2,000 |
| Speak Up for Horses | General funds | $2,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | General funds | $1,800 |
| Noah's Lost Ark | General funds | $1,750 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge | General funds | $1,500 |
| Dreamchaser Horse Rescue & Rehabilitation | General funds | $1,500 |
| Front Range Equine Rescue | General funds | $1,500 |
| Habitat for Horses | General funds | $1,500 |
| Irc (International Rescue) | General funds | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan H Schumann
- Kristy Susan Foster
Questions people ask
Does The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation give?
$5.5 million in tax year 2025, across 127 grants, with a typical grant of $900.
Who runs The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan H Schumann (President) and Kristy Susan Foster (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Susan and Ford Schumann Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, science and research and animals.