The Svane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Svane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Walnut Creek, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$39.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $375,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $375,000 | 11 | $37.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 19 | $39.9 million |
How to apply
The Svane 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Svane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $820,000 |
| New York | 2 | $255,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Honoraria for artists | $250,000 |
| Golden Gate Performing Arts Inc | Honoraria for artists | $200,000 |
| Cape Eleuthera Foundation | Honoraria for artists | $200,000 |
| Urban School of San Francisco | Honoraria for artists | $200,000 |
| Cypress School of San Francisco (Fka Cow Hollow School) | Honoraria for artists | $100,000 |
| Cypress School of San Francisco (Fka Cow Hollow School) | Honoraria for artists | $100,000 |
| Cypress School of San Francisco (Fka Cow Hollow School) | Honoraria for artists | $100,000 |
| Synergy School | Honoraria for artists | $75,000 |
| Central City Hospitality House | Honoraria for artists | $25,000 |
| Gay Men's Chorus of Charlotte Inc | Honoraria for artists | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus | Honoraria for artists | $10,000 |
| Voices of Note Inc | Honoraria for artists | $10,000 |
| Turtle Creek Chorale Inc | Honoraria for artists | $10,000 |
| Fountain City Performing Arts | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Equity Chorus | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
| Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
| Gapa Fund | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
| Lavender Light | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
| Portland Sage Singers | Honoraria for artists | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mikkel Svane
- Jacob Glickman
Questions people ask
Does The Svane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Svane Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Svane Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mikkel Svane (President) and Jacob Glickman (Cfo & Secretary).
What does The Svane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.