Swieca Children Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swieca Children Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.7 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $475 and the largest $4.6 million. 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$4.7 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$475
- Largest grant$4.6 million
- Assets$104 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.6 million the year before.
45% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.6 million | 32 | $85.0 million |
| 2024 | $4.7 million | 20 | $104 million |
How to apply
Swieca Children 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 Swieca Children Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $4.7 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,854 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Swieca CF Philanthropic Fund at Fidelity Charitable Donor Advised Fund | Education | $4.6 million |
| IRA Sohn Conference Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Ohr Hatalmud | Education | $5,700 |
| Israel Solidarity | Education | $1,978 |
| Meor | Education | $1,854 |
| Go Fund Me | Education | $1,825 |
| Long Beach Volunteer Fire Department | Education | $1,800 |
| Young Jewish Professional | Education | $1,800 |
| Givebutter | Education | $742 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Education | $500 |
| Khal Chassidim | Education | $450 |
| Mount Moriah Cemetry of New Jersey | Education | $300 |
| Mattane Besseter Bessimha | Education | $260 |
| Segula Jerulsalem | Education | $255 |
| Cije | Education | $200 |
| Alephbeta | Education | $180 |
| Orthodox Union | Education | $142 |
| The Altneu Synagogue | Education | $125 |
| The Tikvah Fund | Education | $100 |
| Soldiers Save Lives | Education | $63 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Swieca
- Kevin Swieca
- Alexander Swieca
Questions people ask
Does Swieca Children Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swieca Children Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $475.
Who runs Swieca Children Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Swieca (Co-Trustee), Kevin Swieca (Co-Trustee) and Alexander Swieca (Co-Trustee).
What does Swieca Children Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.