Swanson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swanson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,100 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$31,100
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $35,000 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,250 | 14 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $31,100 | 9 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Swanson 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 Swanson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 7 | $25,800 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American National Red Cross | Real Hero's Awards - Hero Sponsorship - Youth Good Samaritan | $7,500 |
| Beans Cafe Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Douglas County Community Foundation | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Alaska Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Covenant House Alaska | Charitable Event | $3,500 |
| Covenant House Alaska | Passage House Underwriters Club | $2,500 |
| Christopher Waldens Foundation of Hope | Charitable Event | $1,800 |
| Kenai River Sportfishing Association Inc | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Leading With Legacy - the Heart Project | For youth initiatives/programs/organizations | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Annette Swanson
- Carl Swanson
- Karin A Swanson
- Kirsten M Swanson
Questions people ask
Does Swanson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swanson Family Foundation give?
$31,100 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Swanson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Annette Swanson (Dir, Sec, Treas), Carl Swanson (Dir, Pres), Karin A Swanson (VP) and Kirsten M Swanson (VP).
What does Swanson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.