Swenson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swenson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$78,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,000 the year before.
43% of its 2025 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 | $70,000 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $78,000 | 14 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Swenson 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 Swenson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $62,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aaca Museum Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| Friends of Camp Security | Program support | $15,000 |
| Eastern Museum of Motor Racing | Program support | $10,000 |
| Ravens Ridge Wildlife Center | Program support | $5,000 |
| York County Food Bank | Program support | $5,000 |
| Maryland Mustang Mission | Program support | $5,000 |
| NAMI Yorkadams | Program support | $5,000 |
| Farm and Natural Lands Trust | Program support | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin | Program support | $3,000 |
| Michael J Fox Parkinson S Foundation | Program support | $3,000 |
| At Children's Project | Program support | $3,000 |
| Lifepath Christian Ministries | Program support | $2,500 |
| Danny and Rons Rescue | Program support | $1,500 |
| Catholic Harvest Food Pantry | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol A Tanzola
- Gary E Swenson
- Gregory E Swenson
Questions people ask
Does Swenson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swenson Family Foundation give?
$78,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Swenson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol A Tanzola (Vice Pres/Secretary), Gary E Swenson (Vice Pres./Director) and Gregory E Swenson (Vice Pres./Director).
What does Swenson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and faith communities.