Schott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schott Foundation is a private foundation in Chanhassen, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $338,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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$338,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $333,000 the year before.
86% 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 | $330,000 | 7 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $333,000 | 7 | $6.8 million |
| 2025 | $338,000 | 7 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Schott 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 Schott Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $338,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minndependent | Operating support | $100,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television Inc | Operating support | $60,000 |
| Northern Star Council | Operating support | $57,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operating support | $50,000 |
| The Works Museum | Operating support | $45,000 |
| Bestprep | Operating support | $20,000 |
| MN Society of Prof Engineers Fdn Mathcounts | Operating support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Owen Schott
- Wendell Schott
- Owen Schott Jr
- Amy Schott
- Meg Dawson
Questions people ask
Does Schott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schott Foundation give?
$338,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Schott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Owen Schott (President), Wendell Schott (Treasurer), Owen Schott Jr (Director) and Amy Schott (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Schott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.