The Scheerer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Scheerer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ojai, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $121,000 | 15 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $75,000 | 3 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 8 | $0 |
How to apply
The Scheerer 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 The Scheerer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $1.3 million |
| New York | 4 | $425,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $365,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Impactassets Inc | Donor advised fund contribution | $1.3 million |
| American Endowment Foundation Donor Advised Fund | Donor advised fund contribution | $365,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Donor advised fund contribution | $365,000 |
| Thank You Life | To support organizations involved with human services, education, and the environment | $60,000 |
| Deuce Community Inc | To support organizations involved with human services, education, and the environment | $25,000 |
| Amber Waves Farm | To support organizations involved with human services, education, and the environment | $20,000 |
| Mott Haven Academy Charter School | To support organizations involved with human services, education, and the environment | $20,000 |
| Ola of Eastern Long Island | To support organizations involved with human services, education, and the environment | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Whitney
- Hillary Scheerer
- Thomas Scheerer
- Jane Parkes
- Idoline Duke
Questions people ask
Does The Scheerer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Scheerer Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs The Scheerer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Whitney (President), Hillary Scheerer (Vice President), Thomas Scheerer (Vice President) and Jane Parkes (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Scheerer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and human services.