Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation is a private foundation in Chatham, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $525,000 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$525,000
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $423,500 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $423,500 | 38 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $525,000 | 40 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Fanny & Svante Knistrom 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 Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $397,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $42,500 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $23,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $12,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prince of Peace Episcopal Church | Capital improvements at Community Center; general support. | $35,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Support relief efforts Hurricane Helene (NC) and Wildfire Relief (CA). | $32,500 |
| Samaritan Center Simi Valley | Funding for facility cleaning, front desk receptionist and storage shed. | $26,000 |
| Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission | To help purchase six new computers and desks for community center. | $25,000 |
| Fostering Youth Independence | Aid in funding the case management program for 20 foster youths. | $22,000 |
| Forever Found | Support for expansion and development of holistic therapies for CSEC youth in Ventura County. | $20,000 |
| Haven Hills Inc | General operating support. | $20,000 |
| Providence Tarzana Foundation | Support to revitalize the Women's Pavilion. | $20,000 |
| North Hollywood High School Lausd | To purchase animal feed and provide veterinary services and supplies for the FFA Animal Science program. | $18,000 |
| Cancer Support of Los Angeles | Support the child, teen and family programs. | $15,000 |
| New Horizons Serving Individuals With Special Needs | General operating support. | $15,000 |
| Optimist Boys Home & Ranch Inc | To provide general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Penny Lane Centers | To support transitional housing program. | $15,000 |
| Valley Village | Fund capital projects for patio cover and awnings. | $15,000 |
| Young Life of Santa Clara | To assist with the costs of camp, camp scholarships, staff salary and program needs. | $15,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Support for California Wildfire Relief efforts in Los Angeles CA. | $12,500 |
| Tierra del Sol Foundation | For partial support of the salary for the e-Learning coordinator. | $12,500 |
| Nobel Charter Middle School | General operating support. | $11,500 |
| Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen | Support for food security program. | $10,000 |
| Bags of Hope | Sponsor 13 students with weekend food for 2024-25 school year. | $10,000 |
| Bridge to Homes | To support their array of shelters, services and supports in Santa Clarita. | $10,000 |
| Child & Family Center | To support domestic violence program. | $10,000 |
| Clare Matrix Foundation | To help fund modernization of their website and digital infrastructure. | $10,000 |
| Friends Forever International | To fund scholarships for youth across the globe to participate in a life-changing FFI immersion program. | $10,000 |
| Homes 4 Families | Helps to develop housing for low-income veterans and provide educational and counseling services. | $10,000 |
| Saving Innocence Inc | To support services in youth recovery and counseling for youth involved in human trafficking in LA County. | $10,000 |
| The Light House Inc | To help fund the Smart Choice Expansion Project, a real-time inventory management system. | $10,000 |
| Triumph Foundation | Provide educational and social services for children, adults and veterans who suffer from paralysis and disablility. | $10,000 |
| Wild Hearts Equine Therapeutic Center Inc | Needs based scholarships for equine therapy sessions. | $10,000 |
| Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families | To support the Transitional Youth Services program. | $7,500 |
| St Mary Medical Center Foundation | Support for Low Vision Center School Vision Screening program. | $7,500 |
| Foothills Area YMCA | Safety and survival swimming program. | $7,000 |
| Purple Heart Homes | To help provide cost of building materials to repair homes of veterans. | $7,000 |
| Educational Foundation of Oconee County | General operating support. | $5,000 |
| Lawrence Middle School Community Closet | To provide clothes, shoes and food cards for homeless families. | $5,000 |
| Rails-To-Trails Conservancy | Support the Great American Rail-Trail Project. | $5,000 |
| Safe Harbor Inc | To provide counseling services to victims of dating violence in Anderson, Pickens and Oconee Counties. | $5,000 |
| Fostering Faithfully | Support foster parents with a variety of resources. | $3,000 |
| Stratton's Snuggles | To provide blankets, stuffed animals and other comfort items to hospitalized children. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory Buesing
- Virginia Kreuzberger
- Scott Kreuzberger
- Eric Buesing
- Douglas Kreuzberger
- Donna Barrett
- Karen Turner
- Jean Buesing
- Kurt Kreuzberger
- Suzanne Okafor
- Sandra McKenzie
Questions people ask
Does Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation give?
$525,000 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory Buesing (Vp/Treasurer), Virginia Kreuzberger (Trustee), Scott Kreuzberger (Trustee) and Eric Buesing (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Fanny & Svante Knistrom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.