James M Schoonmaker II Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James M Schoonmaker II Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $8.6 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.8 million. 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$8.6 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.8 million
- Assets$210 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7.8 million the year before.
42% 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 | $6.4 million | 23 | $175 million |
| 2024 | $7.8 million | 26 | $191 million |
| 2025 | $8.6 million | 31 | $210 million |
How to apply
James M Schoonmaker II 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 James M Schoonmaker II Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $3.5 million |
| New York | 4 | $2.1 million |
| California | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Ohio | 2 | $755,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $85,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $11,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sailing Foundation of New York | General support | $1.8 million |
| National Sailing Hall of Fame & Museum | General support | $1.0 million |
| NCH Healthcare Fdn | General support | $1.0 million |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | General support | $1.0 million |
| San Franciso Challenge DBA Americaone | General support | $1.0 million |
| Great Lakes Historical Society | General support | $750,000 |
| US Sailing Center Inc | General support | $490,000 |
| Naples Historical Society | General support | $250,000 |
| Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County | General support | $200,000 |
| Orange Bowl Committee | General support | $180,000 |
| Oakliff Sailing Center | General support | $168,000 |
| International Star Class Yacht Racing Associaion | General support | $100,000 |
| Snip Collier | General support | $100,000 |
| Cocunut Grove Sailing Club Instructional Center | General support | $75,000 |
| Sail to Prevail | General support | $50,000 |
| New York Yacht Club Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Golden Paws Assistance Dogs Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Paws 4 Rescue | General support | $50,000 |
| Humane Society of Naples | General support | $50,000 |
| New England Science & Sailing Fdn | General support | $30,000 |
| Gualdelupe Center | General support | $30,000 |
| Team Paradise Sailing | General support | $25,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | General support | $25,000 |
| Herreshoff Marine Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Greater Monessen Historical Society | General support | $10,000 |
| National Maritime Historical Society | General support | $10,000 |
| Mystic Seaport | General support | $5,000 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Vmi Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fdn Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| The Homewood Cemetery Historical Fund | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Northern Trust Company
- Patrice H Schoonmaker
Questions people ask
Does James M Schoonmaker II Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James M Schoonmaker II Foundation give?
$8.6 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs James M Schoonmaker II Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists The Northern Trust Company (Trustee) and Patrice H Schoonmaker (Trustee).
What does James M Schoonmaker II Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and environment and conservation.