Schon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sherman Oaks, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,615 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $1,275 and the largest $11,000. 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$67,615
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$1,275
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $56,910 | 28 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 26 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $67,615 | 34 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Schon Family 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 Schon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $24,303 |
| Vermont | 9 | $12,007 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $6,801 |
| New Hampshire | 6 | $6,350 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $5,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,801 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,300 |
| New York | 1 | $1,300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inclusion Matters | See attached schedule | $11,000 |
| Aussie Rescue San Diego | See attached schedule | $5,000 |
| Ccae Theatricals | See attached schedule | $4,803 |
| St John's College Santa Fe Campus | See attached schedule | $4,801 |
| Wesleyan University | See attached schedule | $4,801 |
| The Montshire Museum | See attached schedule | $3,000 |
| The Upper Valley Haven | See attached schedule | $3,000 |
| American Horse Trials Foundation | See attached schedule | $2,500 |
| High Horses Center for Equine Assisted Services | See attached schedule | $2,500 |
| Strafford Community Nurse Program | See attached | $2,500 |
| Terre Haute Humane Society | See attached schedule | $2,500 |
| Kevin Babbington Foundation | See attached schedule | $2,000 |
| Land for Good | See attached schedule | $2,000 |
| Mama's Kitchen | See attached schedule | $2,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | See attached schedule | $1,300 |
| Covenant House | See attached schedule | $1,300 |
| Jed Foundation | See attached schedule | $1,300 |
| George Washington University Argentina Copello Dudley Memorial Lecture FD | See attached schedule | $1,250 |
| Northern Stage | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| Upper Valley Trails Alliance | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| Willing Hands | See attached schedule | $1,000 |
| Family Place the | See attached schedule | $850 |
| Finding Our Stride | See attached schedule | $750 |
| Coachella Valley Foster Kids | See attached schedule | $500 |
| Wise | See attached schedule | $500 |
| Hanover Conservancy | See attached schedule | $300 |
| Hanover Rotary Charities Inc | See attached schedule | $300 |
| Lebanon Opera House | See attached schedule | $250 |
| Advance Transit | See attached schedule | $205 |
| Strafford and Area Lions Club | See attached schedule | $203 |
| Historical Society for Strafford | See attached schedule | $202 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne Schon
- Kevin Schon
Questions people ask
Does Schon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schon Family Foundation give?
$67,615 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $1,275.
Who runs Schon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne Schon (Vp/Sec/Treas) and Kevin Schon (President).
What does Schon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and arts and culture.