Schwarzbach Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schwarzbach Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glencoe, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $99,951 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $37,881. 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$99,951
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$37,881
- Assets$115
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37,019 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $37,019 | 25 | $96,835 |
| 2024 | $99,951 | 26 | $115 |
How to apply
Schwarzbach 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 Schwarzbach Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 20 | $55,770 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $37,881 |
| New York | 2 | $3,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,850 |
| Utah | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund | Charitable | $37,881 |
| BUILD Chicago | Charitable | $15,250 |
| Jewish United Fund | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Megan Butz Legacy of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Am Shalom | Charitable | $3,850 |
| Chicago Furniture Bank | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Anti-Defamation Leage | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Active Minds | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Beth Emet | Charitable | $2,395 |
| Growing Community Media | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Family Services of Glencoe | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Charitable | $500 |
| National MS Society of IL | Charitable | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $350 |
| North Shore Senior Center | Charitable | $350 |
| Chicago Botanic Gardens | Charitable | $300 |
| Thresholds | Charitable | $250 |
| National Ability Center | Charitable | $250 |
| New Horizons Rehab Services | Charitable | $200 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $200 |
| Paws | Charitable | $200 |
| Writers' Theater | Charitible | $150 |
| WTTW | Charitable | $125 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $100 |
| Friends of the Glencoe Public Library | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Schwarzbach
- Diane Schwarzbach
- Ellen Schwarzbach
- Peter Schwarzbach
- Lara Schwarzbach
Questions people ask
Does Schwarzbach Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schwarzbach Family Foundation give?
$99,951 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Schwarzbach Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Howard Schwarzbach (President), Diane Schwarzbach (Secretary), Ellen Schwarzbach (Secretary) and Peter Schwarzbach (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Schwarzbach Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.