Skendzel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Skendzel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$5,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$257,727
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,000 | 4 | $217,859 |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 1 | $233,941 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 4 | $257,727 |
How to apply
Skendzel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Catholic University Students | To support the organization's catholic outreach mission geared towards college students | $2,000 |
| Carmelite Monastery of the Infant of Prague | Grant 2025 for the most immediate needs | $1,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center of the Traverse Bay Area (Thrive) | Grant 2025 for the most immediate needs | $1,000 |
| The Beauty of Life | Grant 2025 for the most immediate needs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence Skendzel
- Jeanine Skendzel
- Daniel Skendzel
- Jean Skendzel
- Laurence Skendzel Sr
- Kathryn Swiderski
- Richard Skendzel
- Mary Beth Myler
Questions people ask
Does Skendzel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Skendzel Family Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Skendzel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence Skendzel (President), Jeanine Skendzel (Treasurer), Daniel Skendzel (Director) and Jean Skendzel (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.