Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation is a private foundation in Lakeville, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$4.2 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$70.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.1 million the year before.
42% 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 | $4.1 million | 43 | $66.6 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 45 | $70.4 million |
How to apply
Harry & Jan Sweere 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 Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 30 | $3.6 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 4 | $95,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $90,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $80,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $70,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church | General School Operations | $1.2 million |
| Project Video | Asia Staff Fund, US Programming, Asia Family Meeting and Film Competition, India Initiative, Equipment | $420,000 |
| Venture | General Operations & Administration NBCM - Salaries, Studio, Production Fund | $301,000 |
| Camp Omega | Capital Campaign: Adult and Family Retreat Center | $279,000 |
| Franciscan Brothers of Peace | General Budget, Karen Catholic Student Busing, BSC Friary Mortgage Aid | $225,000 |
| The Center for Victims of Torture | General Operating, Ukraine Healing and Justice Work, Thailand: Documenting Human Rights Violations in Burma | $220,000 |
| Show Hope Inc | Administrative | $200,000 |
| The Sanneh Foundation | Workforce Development, Community Camps, Conway Center Programs, Nutritional Services | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General Operations | $85,000 |
| Terri Schiavo Life & Hope Network | National Crisis Lifeline, Attorney and Physicians Network, Legislative, Social Media Specialist | $80,000 |
| Pregnancy Choices For Lifecare | Digital Marketing, Material Assistance, Program Evaluation | $79,000 |
| Edify | General Budget/Greatest Need | $75,000 |
| Campus Faith Clubs | Cohort Investment for Growth, Staff Retention Effort, Event Logistics | $72,000 |
| Prenatal Partners For Life | Talks, Materials, DVD Distribution, Social Media | $70,000 |
| Hope Academy | General Fund | $65,000 |
| Christians in Commerce | Administrative staff hire, new media development, marketing & expansion WFOF | $60,000 |
| 7Bells | Crisis Ministy & Outreach, Accounting, Marketing, Fundraising, Administration, Ministry Home/Office, Shop/Craft Areas | $50,000 |
| 985 KTIS co Northwestern College | KTIS App | $50,000 |
| Art House North | Art Community Support, Artist Partnerships, Staffing, Building/Hosting Investment | $50,000 |
| CBE International | Conference in Colorado, Scholarship Program | $50,000 |
| Chalice of Mercy | Emergency Medical Aid. St Maria Goretti House - Day Care Center | $50,000 |
| MN Adult & Teen Challenge | Legal Aid Clinic - Salary and Program Expenses | $50,000 |
| Rebuild Ukraine | Medical Supplies, Vehicles, Rehab Displaced Children | $50,000 |
| Bethesda Lutheran Church | Car parts to make repairs | $40,000 |
| Cornerhouse | Group Therapy | $35,000 |
| Hosanna Lutheran Church | Children's Ministry Spaces | $30,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake | Sound Equipment, Camp for Children, Finish Rectory | $30,000 |
| Jack's Basket | Medical Curriculum Video, Conference Attendance, Baskets, Translation into Spanish | $25,000 |
| The Catholic Medical Association | Medical Student and Resident Boot Camp, Holy Alliance | $25,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund & PIF | Charitable disbursement | $10,000 |
| Operation Blessing | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Option 1 Women's Health Center | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Spirit Recovery Center | Operating Expenses, Upkeep of Homes | $10,000 |
| The Dwelling Place | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Homes | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Sharing and Caring Hands | General Operations | $7,000 |
| Children's Literature Initiative | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Eden People Planet | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Healing Haiti | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Messiah Lutheran Church | Community Food Shelf | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Sweere
- Char Nelson
- James Sweere
- Mark Sweere
- Carol Hager
Questions people ask
Does Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pamela Sweere (President/Exec Dir/Treasurer/Secretary), Char Nelson (Director), James Sweere (Chairperson) and Mark Sweere (Vice Chairperson) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Harry & Jan Sweere Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.