Schiller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schiller Foundation is a private foundation in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$346,188
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $136,631 the year before.
24% 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 | $49,500 | 15 | $383,910 |
| 2024 | $136,631 | 19 | $444,660 |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 17 | $346,188 |
How to apply
Schiller 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 Schiller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $1.1 million |
| Nevada | 3 | $14,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe Community College EconomicBusiness Scholarships | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $1.1 million |
| Phoenix Food Pantry | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $12,000 |
| Hope Medical Clinic | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $10,000 |
| Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $10,000 |
| Austin Kirby Foundation | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $8,000 |
| Greater Richmond Interfaith Program (GRIP) | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $8,000 |
| Manhattan Beach Education Foundation | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $7,000 |
| Destiny Art | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $6,000 |
| Friends in Service Here (FISH) | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $6,000 |
| Christmas Cheer | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $5,000 |
| Family Tree | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $5,000 |
| Tahoe Valley Elementary School | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $5,000 |
| St Theresa's Church | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $4,000 |
| Family Support Council | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $3,000 |
| Live Violence Free | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $3,000 |
| South Tahoe BoysGirls Club | Unrestricted grant made for general support of the charity | $2,332 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley R Schiller
- Justin Schiller
- Megan Scott
- James Pandl
- Tom Davis
- Ashley Rossman
- Nancie Norton
- Kirsten Mickelwait
Questions people ask
Does Schiller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schiller Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Schiller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley R Schiller (President), Justin Schiller (Vice President), Megan Scott (Secretary) and James Pandl (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Schiller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.