Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6.4 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.4 million | 14 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $6.4 million | 10 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 12 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Karen and Gary Schwartz 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 Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | $2.9 million |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kline Galland Foundation | Medical rehabilitation and transitional care, memory support, hospice | $2.5 million |
| Temple de Hirsch Sinai | Organized exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary and educational purposes. | $180,000 |
| Hillel at the UW | To inspire students and young adults to explore, embrace and celebrate jewish life and identity. | $100,000 |
| Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics | Dedicated to finding a cure for angelman syndrome through funding research, education awareness and advocacy. | $100,000 |
| Stroum Jewish Community Center | To ensure jewish continuity, support jewish unity, enrich jewish life and promote the well being of the jewish and general community. | $100,000 |
| Salvation Army | Improve human lives and communities and to deepen our spiritual life | $25,000 |
| Treehouse | To improve the lives and educational outcomes of youth who have experienced foster care | $10,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Rescue, care and adoption of dogs and cats | $5,000 |
| Halo Animal Rescue | Rescue, care and adoption of dogs and cats | $5,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | Rescue, care and adoption of dogs and cats | $5,000 |
| Yakima Valley Pet Rescue | Rescue, care and adoption of dogs and cats | $5,000 |
| Rods House | Assist young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability with shelter meals and basic needs. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary R Schwartz
- Karen K Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary R Schwartz (Trustee) and Karen K Schwartz (Trustee).
What does Karen and Gary Schwartz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and science and research.