David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $455,200 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$455,200
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $843,800 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $332,000 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $843,800 | 1 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $455,200 | 14 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
David and Susan Schoenholz 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 David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | $392,700 |
| Illinois | 2 | $62,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University School of Nursing | Annual fund; scholarship | $150,000 |
| Asheville Humane Society | General support | $62,700 |
| Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | General support | $50,000 |
| Depaul University | General support | $37,500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte | General support | $25,000 |
| Brevard Music Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Hendersonville Rescue Mission | General support | $10,000 |
| Walnut Cove Members Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Asheville and Buncombe County Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| North Caroline Arboretum Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Eblen Charities | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Schoenholz
- Susan H Schoenholz
Questions people ask
Does David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation give?
$455,200 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David A Schoenholz (Trustee) and Susan H Schoenholz (Trustee).
What does David and Susan Schoenholz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.