Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund
Preselected recipients only
Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $79,170 in 79 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $4,000. 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$79,170
- Number of grants79
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,970 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $77,470 | 65 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $70,970 | 69 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $79,170 | 79 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund 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 Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 57 | $56,750 |
| New York | 11 | $12,750 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $2,920 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $1,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Symphony | General | $4,000 |
| Pauley Heart Center | General | $3,000 |
| Congregation Beth Ahabah | General | $2,750 |
| American Red Cross Richmond Chapter | General | $2,500 |
| Jewish Community Center | General | $2,500 |
| Massey Cancer Center | General | $2,500 |
| University of Virginia | General | $2,500 |
| Jewish Community Federation of Richmond | General | $2,250 |
| United Way Services | General | $2,250 |
| Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Nyjtl - Cary Leeds Tennis Center | General | $2,000 |
| Smith College | General | $2,000 |
| Bruce Museum of Arts and Science | General | $1,920 |
| Collegiate Schools | General | $1,500 |
| New York Botanical Garden | General | $1,500 |
| The Garden Conservancy | General | $1,500 |
| UJA Federation of New York | General | $1,500 |
| UNICEF USA | General | $1,500 |
| Virginia Repertory Theater | General | $1,500 |
| YMCA of North Richmond | General | $1,500 |
| Central Virginia Foodbank (Feedmore) | General | $1,250 |
| Jefferson Scholars Program | General | $1,250 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | General | $1,250 |
| Children's Museum of Richmond | General | $1,000 |
| Childsavers of Richmond | General | $1,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Harcourt Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) | General | $1,000 |
| Maymont Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Performing Arts Center Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Science Museum of Va Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Shatterproof | General | $1,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General | $1,000 |
| University of Richmond Operations & Development | General | $1,000 |
| Vanderbilt Law School | General | $1,000 |
| Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities | General | $1,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Virginia Museum of History & Culture | General | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General | $750 |
| Richmond Ballet | General | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- William H Schwarzschild III
- Kathrin S Brown
- Harrison Tate Schwarzschild
Questions people ask
Does Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund give?
$79,170 in tax year 2024, across 79 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists William H Schwarzschild III (Pres/Sec/Director), Kathrin S Brown (Vp/Treasurer/Director) and Harrison Tate Schwarzschild (Vp/Director).
What does Kathryn & W H Schwarzschild Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.