Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $88,000 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$88,000
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was down from $90,750 the year before.
12% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $88,250 | 34 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $90,750 | 36 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $88,000 | 39 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Anthony A Schmidt 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 Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 14 | $32,000 |
| New York | 6 | $15,500 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $11,500 |
| California | 1 | $7,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist Capital Camp | Gift in support of new gym and administrative offices. | $12,000 |
| Citizens Climate Lobby | Bringing focus to Global Warming | $7,000 |
| National Resource Defense Council | Defense of natural resources | $5,000 |
| Casa - Douglas County KS | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $5,000 |
| UNICEF | Services provided to children throughout the world | $4,000 |
| USA for Unhcr | To protect refugees and people displaced by violence, conflict and persecution. | $4,000 |
| Individual | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $4,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Conservation and protection of nature | $3,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Attention and focus to climate changes | $3,000 |
| Capuchin Franciscan Friars | Spreading the Gospel teachings | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | Responders for emergencies ranging from small house fires to multi-state natural disasters. | $3,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Lawrence KS | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $3,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Assoc | Preservation and education for our national parks | $2,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Protection of wildlife | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide care and services to individuals confronting dementia | $2,000 |
| Lawrence Community Shelter | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $2,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $2,000 |
| Hope for Ukrain Inc | Gift to support the organization | $2,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Gift to support the organization | $2,000 |
| United Way of Douglas County | Broad ranging human services in our county of residence. | $1,500 |
| Climate and Energy Project | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,500 |
| Individual | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,500 |
| National Center for Learning Disabi | Aid and attention to those with learning disabilities | $1,250 |
| Brain Behavior Research Foundation | Brain & behavior research | $1,250 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Environmental awareness | $1,000 |
| National Parks Foundation | Preservation and education for our national parks | $1,000 |
| Lawrence Humane Society | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| The Land Institute | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| Lawrence Memorial Hospital Cancer C | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Great Pla | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| Individual | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $1,000 |
| Population Connection | Year 4 of 5 commitment ($100,000) to the new Teen Center adjoining the Lawrence College and Career Center | $500 |
| Individual | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $500 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $500 |
| Islamic Relief USA | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $500 |
| Individual | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $500 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $250 |
| Amnesty International | Gift to support the organization's endeavors. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony A Schmidt
- Loreta Schmidt
- Olivia Schmidt
- Alexandria G Baker
- Zachary Schmidt
Questions people ask
Does Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation give?
$88,000 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony A Schmidt (Pres & Treas), Loreta Schmidt (Director), Olivia Schmidt (Director) and Alexandria G Baker (Vp&secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Anthony A Schmidt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, youth programs and faith communities.