Schwabero Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schwabero Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,938 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $160,000. 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$180,938
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,364 the year before.
46% 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 | $38,435 | 17 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $47,364 | 20 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $180,938 | 13 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Schwabero 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 Schwabero Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $173,288 |
| Illinois | 7 | $5,350 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $350 |
| Missouri | 1 | $250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University Foundation | General purposes | $160,000 |
| St Paul's United Church of Christ | General purposes | $13,288 |
| The Obama Foundation | General purposes | $2,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Wayside Cross Ministries | General purposes | $1,100 |
| Midwest Mission Distribution Center | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Hesed House | General purposes | $750 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General purposes | $350 |
| Gloria Dei Lutheran Church | General purposes | $250 |
| Ritenour Pride & Promise Foundation | General purposes | $250 |
| Breakthrough T1D Type 1 Diabetes | General purposes | $200 |
| Grace United Methodist Church | General purposes | $150 |
| Salvation Army | General purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark D Schwabero
- Charlotte A Schwabero
Questions people ask
Does Schwabero Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schwabero Family Foundation give?
$180,938 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Schwabero Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark D Schwabero (Trustee) and Charlotte A Schwabero (Trustee).
What does Schwabero Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.