Schwartz Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schwartz Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $334,250 in 87 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$334,250
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $276,500 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $276,500 | 84 | $0 |
| 2024 | $334,250 | 87 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Schwartz Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Schwartz Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 80 | $306,750 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Healthcare Ctr | To support exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Attachment Inst of NE | To support exempt purpose | $16,500 |
| St Mary of the Hills | To support exempt purpose | $15,250 |
| Hanover Theatre | To support exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Furever Homes for Felines | To support exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Hillside Restoration | To support exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Tower Hill Botanic Garden | To support exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| UMass Med School | To support exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Center for Canine Behaviour Studies | To support exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Congregation Neveh Shalom | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Nativity School of Worc | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Rachel's Table | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Shrewsbury Pitches In | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Abby's House | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Worc | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Dismas House | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Neuroacanthocytosis Advocacy USA | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| RFK Community Alliance | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Auburn Little League | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Worcester Jewish Comm Ctr | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Art's Worcester | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Xix Carter | To support exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Project Hope | Further tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Friendship Home Inc | Further tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Worcester Academy | Further tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Worcester Historical Museum | To support exempt purpose | $4,500 |
| Green Hill Park Coalition | To support exempt purpose | $4,500 |
| Notre Dame Academy | To support exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Nashoba | To support exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| North Star Family Svcs | Further tax exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Icon Museum Study | Further tax exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Community Legal Aid | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| The Genesis Club | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Springfield | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| HMEA Inc | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Jeremiah's Inn | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Live and Let Farm Inc | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Regional Environmental Cncl | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Second Chance Animal Svcs | To support exempt purpose | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Lombardi
Questions people ask
Does Schwartz Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schwartz Charitable Foundation give?
$334,250 in tax year 2024, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Schwartz Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet Lombardi (Trustee).
What does Schwartz Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.