S5 Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
S5 Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.5 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $4.5 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$4.5 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$4.5 million
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $436,400 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $421,500 | 1 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $436,400 | 1 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $4.5 million | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
S5 Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $4.5 million |
| Illinois | 3 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Endowment Foundation | Charitable | $4.5 million |
| Heartland Human Care Services | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Heartland Alliance Intl | Charitable | $15,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Network for Young Adult Success | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kala Art | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mental Health Liberation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Schield
- Jill S Schield
- Audrey Schield
- Nina Schield
Questions people ask
Does S5 Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does S5 Foundation Inc give?
$4.5 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs S5 Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael A Schield (Pres/Treas), Jill S Schield (VP, Secretar), Audrey Schield (Director) and Nina Schield (Director).