Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation is a private foundation in Henderson, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,100 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$34,100
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$739,066
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,100 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,600 | 18 | $648,807 |
| 2024 | $38,100 | 11 | $676,064 |
| 2025 | $34,100 | 12 | $739,066 |
How to apply
Ed & Mary von Tobel 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 Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 10 | $32,900 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arch Diocese of Las Vegas | Religious | $15,000 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Collge | Education | $10,000 |
| Insight Blind Center | Disability | $2,400 |
| Individual | Homelesspoor | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Religious | $1,000 |
| National Religious Retirement | Religious | $1,000 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | Education | $1,000 |
| Saint Judes Ranch for Children | Disability | $1,000 |
| Sisters of Holy Family | Religious | $500 |
| Las Vegas Rescue Mission | Homelesspoor | $500 |
| Unlv Lied Library | Education | $500 |
| Servants of Paraclete | Religious | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William von Tobel
- Sharon Schmitt
- Margaret Carnell
- Steven Schmitt
- Julie Roach
- Jeffrey von Tobel
- Valorie von Tobel
Questions people ask
Does Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation give?
$34,100 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William von Tobel (Trustee), Sharon Schmitt (Vice Presidenttrustee), Margaret Carnell (Secretarytreasurertrustee) and Steven Schmitt (Presidenttrustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ed & Mary von Tobel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and disability.