David and Linda Swain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Linda Swain Foundation is a private foundation in S Padre Isle, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,860 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$151,860
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $134,000 the year before.
58% 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 | $131,500 | 51 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $134,000 | 54 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $151,860 | 52 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
David and Linda Swain 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 David and Linda Swain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $54,000 |
| Missouri | 15 | $52,860 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,500 |
| Illinois | 4 | $6,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $5,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chapei by the Sea | Religious | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Public Service | $7,500 |
| Individual | Public Service | $7,500 |
| University Missouri St Louis | Education | $5,000 |
| University of Missouri Col | Education | $5,000 |
| University of Missouri of Sceince | Education | $5,000 |
| Truman State University | Education | $5,000 |
| St Louis Community College | Education | $5,000 |
| Port Isabel High School | Education | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical | $5,000 |
| Friends of Rescued Animals | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Rio Grand Valley Food Bank | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Sea Turtle Inc | Public Service | $5,000 |
| South Padre Island Birding Center | Public Service | $5,000 |
| El Paseo Arts Foundation | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Individual | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Lifeline | Public Service | $5,000 |
| Be the Match DKMS | Medical | $2,500 |
| DDRB of St Charles | Public Service | $2,500 |
| Individual | Public Service | $2,500 |
| Fellowship of Cristrain Athletics | Religious | $2,500 |
| Folds of Honor | Education | $2,000 |
| Alzheimer Association | Medical | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $2,000 |
| Community Living of St Charles | Public Service | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House- Har | Medical | $1,500 |
| Individual | education | $1,000 |
| Laguna Madre Christian Academy | Education | $1,000 |
| Marine Military Academy | Education | $1,000 |
| American Diabetes Foundation | Medical | $1,000 |
| March of Dimes | Medical | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Center | Medical | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $1,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Medical | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House-Chi | Medical | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Swain
- Linda Swain
- Elizabeth Zwiebelman
- Susan OLeary
- Douglas Swain
- John Swain
Questions people ask
Does David and Linda Swain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Linda Swain Foundation give?
$151,860 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs David and Linda Swain Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Swain (President), Linda Swain (Vice President), Elizabeth Zwiebelman (Director) and Susan OLeary (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does David and Linda Swain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.