Schumacher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schumacher Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $810,594 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $235,000. 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$810,594
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$235,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $517,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $517,000 | 15 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $810,594 | 13 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Schumacher 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 Schumacher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio. It also paid $40,594 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $570,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Zoo and Aquarium | Conservation education and engagement department | $235,000 |
| Baylor University Libraray | Library jones flexible learning space to help complete new event presentaiton space moody library | $200,000 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital | Kindergarten readiness program | $200,000 |
| Columbus Museum of Art Annual Fund | Annual fund gift | $35,000 |
| First Congregational Church | Additional funds for the mary schumacher fund | $35,000 |
| Schumacher Gallery at Capital University | Gallery unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Columbus Foundation Reed Ave Center | Assist education programs | $20,000 |
| Senator Thomsen Haus Burg Auf Fehmarn | Senator homsen haus burg | $20,000 |
| Green Lawn Cemetery | Preservation and restoration of frederick schumacher appl | $10,000 |
| Junior League of Columbus - the Kelton House | Education lecture programs | $10,000 |
| Schumacher Day Minor Hockey Association | Schumacher heritage walking tour | $10,000 |
| District School Board Ontario North | Schumacher christmas gift fund | $8,094 |
| Schumacher Public School | Awards at graduation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carter H Finnell
- Hunter Finnell
- Lesley Blanchard
Questions people ask
Does Schumacher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schumacher Foundation give?
$810,594 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Schumacher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carter H Finnell (Trustee), Hunter Finnell (Trustee) and Lesley Blanchard (Trustee).
What does Schumacher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and international.