Schaeffer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Schaeffer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Shelbyville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,800 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$53,800
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $32,600 the year before.
39% 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 | $32,600 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,800 | 18 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Schaeffer Foundation Inc 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 Schaeffer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 11 | $26,700 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,150 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America's Kids Belong | To further the goals of this charity | $20,000 |
| Holy Angels Academy | To further the goals of this charity | $10,000 |
| Corpus Christi Classical Academy | To further the goals of this charity | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame Priory | To further the goals of this charity | $4,500 |
| SSVM Missions | To further the goals of this charity | $3,150 |
| Little Way | To further the goals of this charity | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To further the goals of this charity | $2,000 |
| Holy Family Radio | To further the goals of this charity | $1,000 |
| Family Renewal Project | To further the goals of this charity | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Renewal | To further the goals of this charity | $1,000 |
| Catholic Services Appeal | To further the goals of this charity | $1,000 |
| Center for Client Safety | To further the goals of this charity | $1,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | To further the goals of this charity | $500 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | To further the goals of this charity | $500 |
| Couple to Couple League | To further the goals of this chairty | $500 |
| Students for Life | To further the goals of this charity | $250 |
| Tunnel to the Towers | To further the goals of this charity | $200 |
| Southwest Center | To further the goals of this charity | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Schaeffer
- Rose Schaeffer
- Paul Schaeffer
Questions people ask
Does Schaeffer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schaeffer Foundation Inc give?
$53,800 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Schaeffer Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Schaeffer (Director), Rose Schaeffer (Director) and Paul Schaeffer (Director).
What does Schaeffer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.