Helen Martha Schiff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen Martha Schiff Foundation is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$83,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,500 the year before.
61% 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 | $56,500 | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $66,500 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $83,500 | 23 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Helen Martha Schiff 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 Helen Martha Schiff Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 23 | $83,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sound Generations | General operating | $4,000 |
| Solid Ground Washington | General operating | $4,000 |
| Porchlight | General operating | $4,000 |
| Emerald Theatre | General operating | $4,000 |
| Forevergreen Trails | General operating | $4,000 |
| Friends of the Children Tacoma | General operating | $4,000 |
| King County Sexual Assault Resource Center | General operating | $4,000 |
| Foster Hearts | General operating | $4,000 |
| We Heart Seattle | General operating | $4,000 |
| Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children | General operating | $4,000 |
| Homage Senior Services | General operating | $4,000 |
| New Beginnings | General operating | $4,000 |
| George Pocock Rowing Foundation | General operating | $4,000 |
| Neighborhood Clinic | General operating | $4,000 |
| Street Youth Ministries | General operating | $4,000 |
| Assistance League of the Eastside | General operating | $4,000 |
| Vine Maple Place | General operating | $4,000 |
| Greentrike | General operating | $4,000 |
| Jubilee Women's Career | General operating | $3,000 |
| Ark Institute of Learning | General operating | $2,500 |
| North Cascades Institute | General operating | $2,000 |
| Foss Waterway Seaport | General operating | $2,000 |
| Juma Ventures | General operating | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Helen Martha Schiff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen Martha Schiff Foundation give?
$83,500 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Helen Martha Schiff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Helen Martha Schiff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.