The William E & Ann L Swan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William E & Ann L Swan Foundation is a private foundation in Clarence, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$92,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$278,210
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $321,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 16 | $658,984 |
| 2024 | $321,000 | 15 | $360,270 |
| 2025 | $92,500 | 5 | $278,210 |
How to apply
The William E & Ann L Swan 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $88,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Irenaus | Charitable | $50,000 |
| St Mary's High School | Charitable | $33,500 |
| Wings Flight of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bellview Youth Baseball | Charitable | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Michael Fetter
- Pauline Kalenik
Questions people ask
Does The William E & Ann L Swan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William E & Ann L Swan Foundation give?
$92,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William E & Ann L Swan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Michael Fetter (Trustee) and Pauline Kalenik (Trustee).