Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation is a private foundation in Granger, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $988,100 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $988,100 | 24 | $16.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 20 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
Schwartz Wiekamp 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 Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 17 | $1.1 million |
| Michigan | 2 | $16,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Health Foundation Inc | Beacon Outpatient Center | $500,000 |
| Ohana Heritage Foundation Inc | HeART works studio at A Rosie Place | $250,000 |
| Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Foundation Inc | Miracle Field at Normain Heights | $100,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General & Unrestricted | $97,000 |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | Law Dean's unrestricted fund and Fr. John's President's Circle Fund | $50,000 |
| Ohana Heritage Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Hidden Acres Safe Haven | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Declan Drumm Sullivan Memorial Fund | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Indiana Golf Foundation Inc | Supporting First Tee's Programming in Michiana | $10,000 |
| Jackson Center for Conductive Education | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Junior League of South Bend Incorporated | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Ohana Heritage Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| School City of Mishawaka | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Reins of Life Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Transformation Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,700 |
| Purdue Club of St Joseph Valley Inc | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Junior League of South Bend Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Reins of Life Inc | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics Michigan Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James T Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James T Schwartz (Trustee).
What does Schwartz Wiekamp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.