Schmuhl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schmuhl Family Foundation is a private foundation in South Bend, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$94,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $62,500 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $71,000 | 18 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $94,500 | 19 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Schmuhl 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 Schmuhl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 12 | $83,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,500 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riley Children's Endowment | General purpose | $25,000 |
| St Margaret's House | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Beacon Health Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Cultivate Food Rescue | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Women's Care Center | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Michiana | General purpose | $3,000 |
| 1st Tee Michiana | General purpose | $3,000 |
| West Side Community Services | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Youth Services Bureau | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Northern Indiana | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Jewish Vocational Services | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Oaklawn Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Nature Conservancy Indiana | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Reef Renewal USA | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Coare | General purpose | $1,500 |
| National Park Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General contribution | $1,500 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | General contribution | $1,500 |
| South Bend Youth Symphony | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William J Schmuhl Jr
- Lorette M Schmuhl
Questions people ask
Does Schmuhl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schmuhl Family Foundation give?
$94,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Schmuhl Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William J Schmuhl Jr (President) and Lorette M Schmuhl (Secretary).
What does Schmuhl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and environment and conservation.