Swartz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swartz Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$14,278
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $50,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $49,450 | 16 | $83,867 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 15 | $53,793 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 17 | $14,278 |
How to apply
Swartz 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 Swartz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $11,500 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 5 | $8,600 |
| California | 2 | $6,200 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aloha United Way Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | General operations | $5,000 |
| KAT6 Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Brigid Alliance | General operations | $5,000 |
| Unh Foundation Inc | General operations | $3,000 |
| University of Miami | General operations | $3,000 |
| Pa Breast Cancer Coalition - Cary Massa Memorial Scholarship Fund | General operations | $2,500 |
| Empower Her Network Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
| Rye Education Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Rockingham Community Action | General operations | $1,600 |
| University of Rochesterfriends of Rochester Athletics | General operations | $1,500 |
| The Mesa Foundation Inc | General operations | $1,200 |
| University of Miami Athleticshurricane Club | General operations | $1,200 |
| Cowass North America Inc | General operations | $1,000 |
| Gather | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Swartz
- Karen Swartz
Questions people ask
Does Swartz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swartz Family Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Swartz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Swartz (Trustee) and Karen Swartz (Trustee).
What does Swartz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.