E Schwartz Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
E Schwartz Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$54.0 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million 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 | $1.9 million | 13 | $50.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 13 | $54.0 million |
How to apply
E Schwartz Charitable 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 E Schwartz Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $1.1 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $625,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $400,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | General | $400,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | General | $250,000 |
| The Rockefeller University | General | $250,000 |
| The Whitehead Institute Research | General | $250,000 |
| Center for Hearing and Communicatio | General | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation F/B/O (HCDC) | General | $125,000 |
| Marcy Lab Inc | General | $100,000 |
| Neighborhood Coalition for Shelter | General | $100,000 |
| Nontraditional Employment for Women | General | $100,000 |
| Paraprofessional Healthcare Instit | General | $100,000 |
| Per Scholas Inc | General | $100,000 |
| Crossroads Community Services Inc St Bartholomews Church | General | $75,000 |
| Ace Programs for the Homeless | General | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
- Stephen Boies
- Joan Lavella
Questions people ask
Does E Schwartz Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does E Schwartz Charitable Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs E Schwartz Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee), Stephen Boies (Co Trustee) and Joan Lavella (Co Trustee).
What does E Schwartz Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and housing and homelessness.