Fay Shwayder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fay Shwayder Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2024 it gave $232,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $110,000. 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$232,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $315,500 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $52,610 | 6 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $315,500 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $232,500 | 10 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Fay Shwayder 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 Fay Shwayder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $110,000 |
| New Mexico | 7 | $92,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Support health and education | $110,000 |
| Individual | $60,000 | |
| Hara International | Supplies | $20,000 |
| The Horse Shelter | Equipment | $10,000 |
| FSTV | Support public tv | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support education in filmmaking | $10,000 |
| NM Coummunity Trust | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Heart and Soul Animal Santuary | Support animal health | $2,500 |
| Individual | Support art community | $2,500 |
| Museum of New Mexico Foundation | Support art community | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Dejong
Questions people ask
Does Fay Shwayder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fay Shwayder Foundation give?
$232,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Fay Shwayder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Dejong (President).
What does Fay Shwayder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and animals.