The Schmidbauer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Schmidbauer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Arcata, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $362,340 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $32,913. 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$362,340
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$32,913
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
34% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 34 | $16.9 million |
| 2024 | $362,340 | 32 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
The Schmidbauer 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 Schmidbauer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 31 | $357,340 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Church | Donation | $32,913 |
| Keet TV | Donation | $31,602 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods | Donation | $31,325 |
| Casa of Humboldt | Donation | $25,000 |
| College of the Redwoods Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Food for People | Donation | $25,000 |
| Hospice of Humboldt | Donation | $25,000 |
| Rumble Over the Redwoods | Donation | $25,000 |
| St Joseph Hospital Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Trinity Scholarship Foundation | Donation | $20,000 |
| Dell Arte Intl Physical Theatre | Donation | $10,000 |
| Humboldt Botanical Gardens Fdn | Donation | $10,000 |
| Humboldt Senior Resource Center | Donation | $10,000 |
| Humboldt Sponsors | Donation | $6,000 |
| Alzheimers Association (Alz Assn) | Donation | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Donation | $5,000 |
| Breast & Gyn Health | Donation | $5,000 |
| Eureka Chamber of Music | Donation | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Dunes | Donation | $5,000 |
| Humboldt County Fair | Donation | $5,000 |
| Soroptomist International | Donation | $5,000 |
| We Are Up | Donation | $5,000 |
| Cancer Crushers | Donation | $3,000 |
| Humboldt Youth Soccer League | Donation | $3,000 |
| Mad River Youth Soccer | Donation | $3,000 |
| Timber Heritage | Donation | $3,000 |
| Women in Timber | Donation | $3,000 |
| Humboldt Swim Club | Donation | $2,000 |
| Coast Grove Charter School | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ervysl Rapids 2014-2015 Boys Soccer | Donation | $1,000 |
| Playhouse Arts | Donation | $1,000 |
| North Coast Children's Services | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- George Schmidbauer
- Mary M Schmidbauer
- Frank Schmidbauer
- Suzanne E Patterson
- Kay E Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Schmidbauer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Schmidbauer Family Foundation give?
$362,340 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Schmidbauer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Schmidbauer (Chairman), Mary M Schmidbauer (President), Frank Schmidbauer (VP and Cfo) and Suzanne E Patterson (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Schmidbauer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.