Schechter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schechter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $154,355 in 16 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$154,355
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $103,369 the year before.
44% 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 | $56,000 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $103,369 | 13 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $154,355 | 16 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Schechter Family 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 Schechter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $30,005 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $27,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $7,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,750 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Help Foundation | Unrestricted use | $50,000 |
| Waterorg | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Project Hope | Unrestriced use | $25,000 |
| Community Hope Inc | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Tabby's Place | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Inspira Health Foundation | Unrestriced use | $5,005 |
| Cedarcrest Center for Children With Disabilities | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Human Needs Food Pantry | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Fisherman's Mark | Unrestriced use | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of Essex County Inc | Unrestriced use | $5,000 |
| Zack's Place Enrichment Center | Unrestricted use | $3,000 |
| White House Historical Association | Unrestriced use | $2,500 |
| Visions for Creative Housing Solutions | Unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| North Branch Land Trust | Unrestricted use | $1,500 |
| Mullaney Tennis Foundation | Unrestricted use | $250 |
| Grapevine Giving Foundation | Unrestricted use | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Schechter
- Donna Schechter
Questions people ask
Does Schechter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schechter Family Foundation give?
$154,355 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Schechter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam Schechter (Vp/Dir) and Donna Schechter (Pres/Dir/Sec/Treas).
What does Schechter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.