Private foundation · EIN 11-3831025 · Lawrence, Kansas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Anthony a Schmidt Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 39 grants paid, $88K total, median $1,500. 36% of grants stayed in Kansas.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
39
$88K
Median grant
$1,500
Stays in KS
36%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.3M

Grants paid in 2024

39 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
St John the Evangelist Capital CampLawrence, KSGift in support of new gym and administrative offices.$12K
Citizens Climate LobbyCoronado, CABringing focus to Global Warming$7,000
National Resource Defense CouncilNew York, NYDefense of natural resources$5,000
CASA - Douglas County KsLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$5,000
UNICEFNew York, NYServices provided to children throughout the world$4,000
USA for UnhcrWashington, DCTo protect refugees and people displaced by violence, conflict and persecution.$4,000
Doctors Without BordersHagerstown, MDGift to support the organization's endeavors.$4,000
World Wildlife FundWashington, DCConservation and protection of nature$3,000
Union of Concerned ScientistsCambridge, MAAttention and focus to climate changes$3,000
Capuchin Franciscan FriarsUnion City, NJSpreading the Gospel teachings$3,000
American Red CrossBoone, IAResponders for emergencies ranging from small house fires to multi-state natural disasters.$3,000
Boys Girls Club of Lawrence KsLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$3,000
National Parks Conservation AssocWashington, DCPreservation and education for our national parks$2,000
National Wildlife FederationReston, VAProtection of wildlife$2,000
Alzheimer's Foundation of AmericaNew York, NYProvide care and services to individuals confronting dementia$2,000
Lawrence Community ShelterLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$2,000
Nature ConservancyArlington, VAGift to support the organization's endeavors.$2,000
Hope for Ukrain IncRoseland, NJGift to support the organization$2,000
American Civil Liberties UnionNew York, NYGift to support the organization$2,000
United Way of Douglas CountyLawrence, KSBroad ranging human services in our county of residence.$1,500
Climate and Energy ProjectLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,500
Just FoodsLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,500
National Center for Learning DisabiNew York, NYAid and attention to those with learning disabilities$1,250
Brain Behavior Research FoundationNew York, NYBrain & behavior research$1,250
Environmental Defense FundWashington, DCEnvironmental awareness$1,000
National Parks FoundationWashington, DCPreservation and education for our national parks$1,000
Lawrence Humane SocietyLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
The Land InstituteSalina, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Cancer CLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
Colorado Coalition for the HomelessDenver, COGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
Planned Parenthood of the Great PlaOverland Park, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
Planned ParenthoodDenver, COGift to support the organization's endeavors.$1,000
Population ConnectionLawrence, KSYear 4 of 5 commitment ($100,000) to the new Teen Center adjoining the Lawrence College and Career Center$500
Feeding AmericaWashington, DCGift to support the organization's endeavors.$500
Palestine Childrens Relief FundTopeka, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$500
Islamic Relief USARembert, SCGift to support the organization's endeavors.$500
Family PromiseLawrence, KSGift to support the organization's endeavors.$500
Reproductive Freedom for AllDenver, COGift to support the organization's endeavors.$250
Amnesty InternationalDenver, COGift to support the organization's endeavors.$250

By state: Kansas 14 · New York 6 · District of Columbia 6 · California 1 · New Jersey 2 · Virginia 2

About this foundation

Anthony a Schmidt Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Lawrence, Kansas, administered in care of Emprise Bank Bldg, tax-exempt since 2008. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Anthony a Schmidt Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Anthony a Schmidt Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $88K across 39 grants, a median of $1,500.

Where does Anthony a Schmidt Family Foundation give?

Kansas (14 grants), New York (6 grants), District of Columbia (6 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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