The Schmaier Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Schmaier Family Foundation is a private foundation in Burlingame, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was up from $420,000 the year before.
94% 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 | $267,000 | 14 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $420,000 | 12 | $17.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 16 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
The Schmaier 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 Schmaier Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $692,000 |
| New York | 2 | $250,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $30,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Green | General support | $200,000 |
| Center for Food Safety | General support | $200,000 |
| Free Now Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $150,000 |
| Harvard Business School | General support | $120,000 |
| Human Rights Watch | General support | $100,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | General support | $50,000 |
| Organic Consumer Association | General support | $50,000 |
| Independent Medical Alliance | General support | $50,000 |
| Organiceye Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Leland Stanford Junior University | General support | $25,000 |
| The Kirsch Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Humans of San Quentin | General support | $20,000 |
| Martis Camp Foundation | General support | $17,000 |
| Men's Second Chance Living | General support | $6,000 |
| Interfaith Center at the Presidio | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Lynn Schmaier
- Robert David Schmaier
Questions people ask
Does The Schmaier Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Schmaier Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Schmaier Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra Lynn Schmaier (Ceo) and Robert David Schmaier (Cfo).
What does The Schmaier Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.