Schell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lohman, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $790,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $240,000. 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$790,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$15.4 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $700,000 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $650,000 | 22 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $700,000 | 24 | $14.4 million |
| 2025 | $790,000 | 23 | $15.4 million |
How to apply
Schell 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.
What Schell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 16 | $695,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral of St Joseph Foundation | Pre-selected by foundation | $240,000 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Child Development Center | Pre-selected by foundation | $60,000 |
| Special Learning Center | Pre-selected by foundation | $50,000 |
| Vitae Foundation | Pre-selected by foundation | $50,000 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | Pre-selected by foundation | $40,000 |
| The National Shrine of Mary Mother of Church | Pre-selected by foundation | $40,000 |
| Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association | Pre-selected by foundation | $30,000 |
| Salvation Army | Pre-selected by foundation | $30,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Centeral & Northern Missori | Pre-selected by foundation | $25,000 |
| Rape and Abuse Crisis Center | Pre-selected by foundation | $25,000 |
| The Food Bank of Central & Northeast Missouri | Pre-selected by foundation | $25,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Pre-selected by foundation | $25,000 |
| Samaritan Center | Pre-selected by foundation | $20,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Pre-selected by foundation | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Pre-selected by foundation | $20,000 |
| Conception Abby | Pre-selected by foundation | $20,000 |
| La Posada | Pre-selected by foundation | $15,000 |
| Covenant Network | Pre-selected by foundation | $10,000 |
| Show-Me-Institute | Pre-selected by foundation | $10,000 |
| You Shall Believe Ministries | Pre-selected by foundation | $10,000 |
| Hellman Educational Foundation | Pre-selected by foundation | $10,000 |
| Carmelite Monastery | Pre-selected by foundation | $10,000 |
| St Benedict's Abbey | Pre-selected by foundation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Schell
- Julie Malmstrom
- Mark Schell
Questions people ask
Does Schell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schell Family Foundation give?
$790,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Schell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Schell (Director), Julie Malmstrom (Officer) and Mark Schell (Officer).
What does Schell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.