The Swank Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Swank Foundation is a private foundation in Peoria, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $61,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$61,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $52,000 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,000 | 5 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $61,500 | 8 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Swank 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 Swank Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 4 | $29,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $22,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center | Provide food, referral information and financial aid for families and individuals within the organization's service area. | $10,000 |
| The Giving Closet Project Inc | The mandarin career closet | $10,000 |
| Happily Ever After Farm (Heaf) | Projectsthat are high on the list to provide a safe environment for rescued animals under the care of the farm. | $10,000 |
| Players by the Sea Theatre | To continue to enrich the community by providing quality theatre performances and to help with the overall expenses of operating the theatre. | $10,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | Provide food an meals for families and individuals her in the phoenix area, and throughout arizona. | $10,000 |
| Healing Hearts Animal Rescue and Refuge | Help offset the cost of food and medical care, for the animals in the care of healing hearts, for the year. | $6,000 |
| Halo Animal Rescue | Provide temporary shelter to abandoned cats and dogs until they can be adopted into permanent homes. | $3,500 |
| Camp Kesem Chapter at Florida State University | To help with the cost of programs and services provided at camp kesem through the chapter at florida state university. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne Swank Mayer
Questions people ask
Does The Swank Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Swank Foundation give?
$61,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Swank Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne Swank Mayer (President).
What does The Swank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and animals.