Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Gonzales, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $400,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$400,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $376,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $301,000 | 4 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $376,000 | 4 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $400,000 | 4 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable 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 Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $200,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Jewish Health | Research for cure and treatment of pulmonary disease. | $200,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Research for cure and treatment of cancer | $150,000 |
| American Heart Association | Research for cure and treatment of heart disease. | $25,000 |
| Arthritis National Research Foundat | Research for cure and treatment of arthritis | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul E Neuse
- Bryan S Denman
- Charlene Gray
- Glynda Christian
- Dorothy Eberle
Questions people ask
Does Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation give?
$400,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul E Neuse (Sec/Treas), Bryan S Denman (President), Charlene Gray (Vice President) and Glynda Christian (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Leah R & Alfred E Schaefer Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and health.