The Cedar Spray Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cedar Spray Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $324,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $104,500. 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$324,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$104,500
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $268,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $278,500 | 17 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $268,000 | 10 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $324,000 | 10 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
The Cedar Spray 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 Cedar Spray Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 5 | $109,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $104,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $40,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $35,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Novus Classical Academy | For the purchase of classroom cubbies and General & unrestricted | $104,500 |
| Lead-Up International | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Friends of East Africa Foundation | to purchase a new ambulance at the Gary Holmes Hospital in Uganda | $35,000 |
| Corporation of Gonzaga University | CCE Program | $30,000 |
| Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital Inc | Capital Campaign for New Building | $25,000 |
| Oregon Episcopal School | Financial Aid - Flexible Tuition Fund | $25,000 |
| St Andrew Nativity School | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $24,500 |
| Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Corporation of Gonzaga University | Zag Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian A Schwalbach
- Mari Angela M Schwalbach
- Nathan P Schwalbach
- Winsome Y Schwalbach
Questions people ask
Does The Cedar Spray Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cedar Spray Foundation give?
$324,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Cedar Spray Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian A Schwalbach (Dir, Sec), Mari Angela M Schwalbach (Dir, Pres), Nathan P Schwalbach (Dir, Treas) and Winsome Y Schwalbach (Dir, VP).
What does The Cedar Spray Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and health.