The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$46,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$839,697
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,000 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $27,000 | 13 | $836,285 |
| 2023 | $34,000 | 16 | $649,121 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 17 | $735,697 |
| 2025 | $46,000 | 16 | $839,697 |
How to apply
The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc 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 The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $40,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jacobs Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Danny & Ron's Rescue - Save the Strays | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Feedmore WNY | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Stephen Comunale Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Genesee Valley Conservancy | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| SPCA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Francis Roman Catholic Church in Tonawanda | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cradle Beach | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Elmwood Franklin School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| King Urban Life Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Nichols School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Westminster Economic Development Initiative | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan B Schoellkopf
- Jane S Banta
- Ann S Jewett
Questions people ask
Does The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc give?
$46,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan B Schoellkopf (Director), Jane S Banta (Director) and Ann S Jewett (Director).
What does The Penn Schoellkopf Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.