The Schawbel Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Schawbel Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$155,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12,493
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $175,000 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $410,246 | 17 | $152,706 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $193,887 |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 3 | $89,808 |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 4 | $12,493 |
How to apply
The Schawbel Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $155,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc | Unrestricted donation | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Greater Boston | Unrestricted donation | $25,000 |
| Center for Women & Enterprise Inc | Unrestricted donation | $20,000 |
| Edvestors Inc | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth J Vacovec
- Rita M Ryan
Questions people ask
Does The Schawbel Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Schawbel Family Foundation Inc give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Schawbel Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth J Vacovec (President, Treasurer, Clerk, Director) and Rita M Ryan (Director).