Switzer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Switzer Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $268,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$268,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $259,714 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $259,714 | 24 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $268,000 | 24 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Switzer 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 Switzer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $128,000 |
| New Jersey | 11 | $126,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan College | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Rider University | Scholarship | $19,000 |
| Wagner College of Nursing | Scholarship | $18,000 |
| Felician College Of Nursing | Scholarship | $17,000 |
| Adelphi School of Nursing | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Bloomfield College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Cocharan School of Nursing | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| College of St Elizabeths | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Dominican College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Helene Fuld School of Nursing | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Holy Name Hospital School of Nursin | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Hudson County Community College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Kingsborough Community College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Middlesex County College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Molloy College | scholarship | $10,000 |
| Pace University School of Nursing | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia University | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Providence House | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Seton Hall College of Nursing | scholarship | $10,000 |
| St Christopher Ottlie Family of Services | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| The College of New Jersey | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Thomas Edison St College | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Trinitas School of Nursing | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| YMCA of New Britain | Scholarship | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Dougan
- Michael Glen
- Katie Franklin
- Casey Dougan
- Peggy Warren
- John Franklin Jr
Questions people ask
Does Switzer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Switzer Foundation give?
$268,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Switzer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frank Dougan (President), Michael Glen (Treasurer), Katie Franklin (Asst. Secretary) and Casey Dougan (Asst Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Switzer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.