James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $9,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$9,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $100,000 the year before.
30% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $100,000 | 14 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 11 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 12 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 12 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
James D Scheinfeld 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 James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 5 | $46,000 |
| California | 6 | $44,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Ai Forum | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Northwest Film Forum | Emergence Films Fund for Vashon Island Opening Event, to purchase equipment/Software, discretionary fund and general purpose | $15,000 |
| American Jesuits International Inc | Gandhi Ashram School (Kalimpong) - To Support General and Administrative Expenses | $10,000 |
| Northwest Film Forum | any general purpose for Emergence Films | $10,000 |
| One Call for All | Bainbridge Prepares Fund | $10,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Motion Picture and Television Fund | General & Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Northwest Film Forum | Emergence Film Fund, for operational expenses to include accounting, grant writing and other operational expenses in support of the Fund | $6,000 |
| Jefferson Land Trust | funds for Conservation Breakfast, Fest Event, DEIJ/Access and Equity Fund, and Education Program for Staff Time | $5,000 |
| The Friends of the Oakland Public Library | to support Lakeview Branch | $3,000 |
| Lake Merritt Institute | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Vincent Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Noll James
- Michael S Noll
- Shaina S Noll
- John S Scheinfeld
- Robert A Scheinfeld
Questions people ask
Does James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $9,500.
Who runs James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rachel Noll James (Dir, Sec), Michael S Noll (Dir, Pres), Shaina S Noll (Dir, CFO) and John S Scheinfeld (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James D Scheinfeld Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.