Mildred E Swanson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mildred E Swanson Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $140,000 | 6 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 4 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 5 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Mildred E Swanson 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 Mildred E Swanson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $120,000 |
| New York | 2 | $55,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Michigan College Foundation | General operating | $70,000 |
| McLaren Flint Foundation | General operating | $50,000 |
| Ithaca College | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinsons | General operating | $25,000 |
| Children's Hospital Medical Center | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Gisecke
- Richard Northrup III
- Erika Jackson
- Bank of America N A
- Karen N Kissinger
Questions people ask
Does Mildred E Swanson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mildred E Swanson Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Mildred E Swanson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Gisecke (Advisor), Richard Northrup III (Advisor), Erika Jackson (Advisor) and Bank of America N A (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mildred E Swanson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.