Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $710,000 in 62 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$710,000
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$19.8 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $760,483 the year before.
26% 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 | $261,113 | 25 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $760,483 | 53 | $17.4 million |
| 2025 | $710,000 | 62 | $19.8 million |
How to apply
Martha & Joseph Schrodt 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 Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 31 | $395,000 |
| Utah | 14 | $180,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 4 | $20,000 |
| Iowa | 3 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Millikin University | Education | $60,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Education | $60,000 |
| Richland Community College | Education | $50,000 |
| Uva Law School Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| Weber State University | Education | $50,000 |
| Family Counseling Service of Northern Utah | Charitable | $47,000 |
| Homeroom NFP | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Citizen Advocacy Center | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Enable Utah | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Imagine Ballet Theatre | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Springfield Public Schools Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| Wiu Foundation Western Illinois University | Education | $15,000 |
| Austin Peay State University | Education | $10,000 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Decatur Public Schools Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Give Me A Chance Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ycc Family Crisis Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Arizona Food Bank Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bradley University | Education | $5,000 |
| Catholic Cross Outreach | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Illinois Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Eastern Illinois Foodbank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Eastern Illinois University Eiu Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Feeding Texas | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Lansing Food Pantry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Illinois Foundation FFA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Illinois State University Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Iowa State University Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Lake Land College Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Lansing Community College Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Lifesong for Orphans | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Land Community College Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Macon County 4H & Extension Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Michigan State University | Education | $5,000 |
| Newman Central Catholic High School | Education | $5,000 |
| Northern Illinois University Niu Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Parkland College Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Keith Joseph Schrodt
- Teresa Jane Puskedra
- David Ivan Schrodt
Questions people ask
Does Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation give?
$710,000 in tax year 2025, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Keith Joseph Schrodt (Director), Teresa Jane Puskedra (Vp/Secy/Treasur) and David Ivan Schrodt (Director).
What does Martha & Joseph Schrodt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and food and hunger.