How to apply
Contact: Susan J Schwartz, 865 Country Club Lane, Northbrook, Il, 8478353558
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
17 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ravinia FestivalHighland Park, IL | Charity | $258K |
| Macalester CollegeSt Paul, MN | Charity | $25K |
| Ravinia FestivalHighland Park, IL | Charity | $5,000 |
| Partners to ProgressWauconda, IL | Charity | $2,500 |
| National Right to Work FoundationSpringfield, VA | Charity | $2,000 |
| Heritage FoundationChicago, IL | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The CradleEvanston, IL | Charity | $1,000 |
| Leadership InstituteArlington, VA | Charitable | $750 |
| Latham CaresCosta Mesa, CA | Charity | $500 |
| Food Bank for Larimer CountyLoveland, CO | Charity | $250 |
| Northshore Place Holiday Fund IncEvanston, IL | Charity | $150 |
| Habitat for HumanityAtlanta, GA | Charity | $113 |
| Macular Degeneration ResearchNorthampton, MA | Charity | $100 |
| Chicago Furniture BankChicago, IL | Charity | $100 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway FoundationWinstonsalem, NC | Charity | $100 |
| White House Historical AssociationWashington, DC | Charity | $75 |
| Wfmt MembershipChicago, IL | Charity | $60 |
By state: Illinois 8 · Minnesota 1 · Virginia 2 · California 1 · Colorado 1 · Georgia 1
About this foundation
Donald L and Susan J Schwartzfoundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Northbrook, Illinois, administered in care of Susan J Schwartz, tax-exempt since 2005. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Donald L and Susan J Schwartzfoundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 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 Donald L and Susan J Schwartzfoundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $297K across 17 grants, a median of $500.
Where does Donald L and Susan J Schwartzfoundation give?
Illinois (8 grants), Minnesota (1 grants), Virginia (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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