J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,426 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,906 and the largest $44,291. 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$98,426
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,906
- Largest grant$44,291
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $94,621 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $162,283 | 9 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $121,728 | 9 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $94,621 | 9 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $98,426 | 8 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund 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 J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $90,552 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,937 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,937 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College Financial Services | General support | $44,291 |
| York County History Center | General support | $24,606 |
| St Matthew's Lutheran Church | General support | $5,906 |
| York County SPCA | General support | $5,906 |
| Citizens Volunteer Fire Co of Fawn Grove | General support | $5,906 |
| Young Mens Christian Association | General support | $3,937 |
| Tau Kappa Epsilon Psi Chap | General support | $3,937 |
| Tau Kappa Epsilon Natl Chapter Tke Education Fdn-Tke Fraternity | General support | $3,937 |
Officers and trustees
- M and T Trust Co
Questions people ask
Does J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund give?
$98,426 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,906.
Who runs J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists M and T Trust Co (Trustee).
What does J George Schmid Jr Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.