The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$28.9 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $910,000 the year before.
15% of its 2024 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 | $910,000 | 15 | $26.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 13 | $28.9 million |
How to apply
The Walter E Schmid 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 The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $933,000 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kleinhans Music Hall Management Inc | General | $250,000 |
| Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society | General | $250,000 |
| Graycliff Conservancy Inc | Program support | $200,000 |
| Erie Community College Foundation Inc | Program support | $67,725 |
| Mercy Flight Inc | Program support | $65,275 |
| Western New York Public Broadcasting Association | General | $50,000 |
| Health Management Group LTD | General | $50,000 |
| Asylum Hill Congregational Church | Program support | $20,000 |
| LABS4RESCUE Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
| Communication Advocacy Network Corp | Program support | $20,000 |
| Redeemer Lutheran Church | Program support | $20,000 |
| Living Hope Deaf Church | General | $20,000 |
| Hh-Stonewall Community Farm Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Goldman Sachs Trust Co
- Robert A Biltekoff
Questions people ask
Does The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Goldman Sachs Trust Co (Administrative Trustee) and Robert A Biltekoff (Trust Protector).
What does The Walter E Schmid Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.