Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn is a private foundation in Brookfield, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $224,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$224,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $167,000 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 | $159,000 | 11 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $167,000 | 12 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $224,000 | 12 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn 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 Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $144,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee | Program support | $70,000 |
| Our Redeemer Lutheran Church | Program support | $26,000 |
| Concordia Theological Seminary | New comprehensive campaign | $25,000 |
| Concordia University Wisconsin Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Valparaiso University | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Camp Luther | Capital improvement projects | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Camp Association | Program support - camp arcadia | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Church Extension Fund | Program support | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Hour Ministries | Program support | $10,000 |
| Journeys Lutheran School | Program support | $5,000 |
| New Lutheran High School | Program support | $5,000 |
| Lutheran Urban Mission Initiative Inc (Lumin) | Program support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon R Schumacher
- Judy A Schumacher
Questions people ask
Does Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn give?
$224,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon R Schumacher (Co-Trustee) and Judy A Schumacher (Co-Trustee).
What does Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.