Swinmurn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swinmurn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $873,332 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $333,332 and the largest $500,000. 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$873,332
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$333,332
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $748,333 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $615,000 | 5 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $748,333 | 4 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $873,332 | 3 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Swinmurn 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 Swinmurn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2 | $833,332 |
| Oregon | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Corps | Promoting Resilience, Inclusivity, and Meaningful Engagement (PRIME) | $500,000 |
| Mercy Corps | Phase IV of Kaw Ixqu'al project | $333,332 |
| Literary Arts Inc | Capital Campaign | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Earl Hines
- C John Swinmurn
- Sandra C Swinmurn
Questions people ask
Does Swinmurn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swinmurn Family Foundation give?
$873,332 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $333,332.
Who runs Swinmurn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Earl Hines (Sec), C John Swinmurn (Chairman, Treas) and Sandra C Swinmurn (Trustee, Pres).
What does Swinmurn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.