The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $248,500 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 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$248,500
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,500 the year before.
29% 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 | $143,000 | 28 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $120,500 | 27 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $248,500 | 31 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust 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 Schmitt Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $62,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $41,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $24,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $19,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable nature | $20,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Individual | Charitable nature | $16,000 |
| Hadley School for Blind | Charitable nature | $15,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable nature | $15,000 |
| Intl Fellowship of ChristiansJews | Charitable nature | $15,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | Charitable nature | $13,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Charitable nature | $12,500 |
| Jupiter Medical Center | Charitable nature | $10,000 |
| Skokie Country Club Educational Fou | Charitable nature | $10,000 |
| Lost Tree Foundation | Charitable nature | $10,000 |
| Prager University | Charitable nature | $10,000 |
| Christian Broadcasting Network | Charitable/Educational | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable Nature | $10,000 |
| EasterSeals | Charitable Nature | $10,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Pray in Jesus Name Ministries | Charitable nature | $5,000 |
| The Gregory School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| ORO Valley Church of the Nazerine | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Center for American Liberty | Charitable Nature | $5,000 |
| National Gun Rights Foundation | Charitable Nature | $5,000 |
| And There Were None | Charitable nature | $4,000 |
| Art Institute Chicago - Antiquarian | Charitable nature | $2,500 |
| Women's Board of the Field Museum | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Breakthrough Board | Charitable Nature | $2,500 |
| Students for Life Action | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable Nature | $2,000 |
| Women's BRD of Northwestern | Charitable nature | $1,000 |
| The Hap Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Cornerstone Institute | Charitable Nature | $1,000 |
| Parkinson Research Foundation | Charitable Nature | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- F Eugene Schmitt
- Stephen Schmitt
- Allison Schmitt
- Susan Schmitt
- William Schmitt
Questions people ask
Does The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust give?
$248,500 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists F Eugene Schmitt (President), Stephen Schmitt (Sec, Treasure,), Allison Schmitt (Director) and Susan Schmitt (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Schmitt Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and faith communities.