William P & Gertrude Schweitzer
Preselected recipients only
William P & Gertrude Schweitzer is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,000 the year before.
78% 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 | $180,000 | 10 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 6 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 11 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
William P & Gertrude Schweitzer 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 William P & Gertrude Schweitzer funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $131,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $19,710 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $6,290 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Natural History | Charitable grant | $70,000 |
| Carnegie Hall Society | Charitable grant | $30,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Charitable grant | $30,000 |
| The Raptor Trust | Charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Dannys and Dons Rescue | Charitable grant | $6,290 |
| Friends of Whittemore | Charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable grant | $3,000 |
| St Huberts Animal Welfare Center | Charitable grant | $2,210 |
| NJ Conservation Foundation | Charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable grant | $1,000 |
| Shakespeare Theatre of NJ | Charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter W Schweitzer
- Robert Schweitzer
Questions people ask
Does William P & Gertrude Schweitzer accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William P & Gertrude Schweitzer give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William P & Gertrude Schweitzer?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter W Schweitzer (President and Chairman) and Robert Schweitzer (Secretary).
What does William P & Gertrude Schweitzer fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.