The Swartz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Swartz Foundation is a private foundation in Lloyd Harbor, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $105,114 and the largest $165,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$105,114
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $1.7 million | 13 | $4.9 million |
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 15 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 10 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Swartz 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Swartz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $435,000 |
| New York | 4 | $359,227 |
| California | 2 | $115,753 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $106,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Institute of Technolo | Fund Research | $165,000 |
| Individual | Fund Research | $150,000 |
| Harvard University | Fund Research | $135,000 |
| Brandeis University | Fund Research | $135,000 |
| Yale University | Fund Research | $106,000 |
| Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | Fund Research | $104,227 |
| The Salk Institute | Fund Research | $75,000 |
| New York University | Fund Research | $75,000 |
| Univ of Calif San Diego | Fund Research | $40,753 |
| The Brearley School | Scholarship Fund | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P King
- Dr Jerome Swartz
- Joshua Swartz
- Shanah Swartz Gordon
- Nathan Blumberg
Questions people ask
Does The Swartz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Swartz Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $105,114.
Who runs The Swartz Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James P King (Trustee), Dr Jerome Swartz (Trustee), Joshua Swartz (Trustee) and Shanah Swartz Gordon (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Swartz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.