The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. It supports arts and culture, youth, educational, medical, social service, and community activities that enhance quality of life. The foundation carries on the legacy of Harold and Arlene Schnitzer and their belief that “to whom much is given, much is expected.”
Key facts about The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care
In short: The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care gave $8.2M across 245 grants in 2024 (avg $34K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 93-1159884
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $8,249,628
- Grants made (2024)
- 245
- Average grant
- $33,672
- Median grant
- $6,056
- Total assets
- $104,763,173
- Primary geography
- Oregon (72% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Deadline
- November 15–December 31 for the public submission window described for Schnitzer Cares.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$104.8M
+22.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.2M
+122.6% YoY
Grant Count
245
+29.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$34K
+71.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care reported a distributable amount of $4.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
How The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care gives
- 41% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 352% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 225% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated aim is to support activities that enhance quality of life. Its initiatives are described as strategic investments made in collaboration with leading institutions, including in education, health care, social services, and arts and culture.
Its 2024 grants included support for a school, museums and arts organizations, a health care provider, and other organizations. Catlin Gabel School describes its mission as fostering compassionate and curious citizens through learning and responsible action. The Oregon Historical Society says it educates, informs, and engages the public by collecting, preserving, and interpreting Oregon’s history. Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley describes its mission as advancing community health through care, education, and discovery. Oregon Ballet Theatre says it connects with its community through performance, training, and educational programs.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 245 grants totaling $8,249,628. Grants ranged from $364 to $1,970,998, with a median of $6,056.
Review Cycle
November 15–December 31 for the public submission window described for Schnitzer Cares.
Open Grants
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed primarily to recipients in Oregon (72%), followed by New York (13%), California (11%), Arizona (1%), and the District of Columbia (1%). Schnitzer Cares specifically funds work benefiting Oregon residents.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 245 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.8M (2022) to $8.2M (2024). In 2024 it made 245 grants totaling $8.2M.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Catlin Gabel School ($2.0M across 3 grants). Together the top 10 received $5.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
632 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 557 grants of 632 (88%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catlin Gabel School Portland, OR | New Community Center | $1,970,998 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) New York, NY | Curatorship | $985,499 |
| PSU Foundation Portland, OR | Schnitzer School of Art, Art History + Design | $985,499 |
| Oregon Symphony Portland, OR | Scott Showalter Principal Basson Chair | $246,375 |
| Oregon Historical Society Portland, OR | Exhibition Support | $226,665 |
| Oregon Ballet Theatre Portland, OR | 2024-2025 SEASON | $197,100 |
| Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley Redwood City, CA | Endowment | $197,100 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum Palm Springs, CA | Art Exhibition Support | $156,113 |
| Desert X Palm Springs, CA | Art Exhibition Support | $147,825 |
| High Desert Museum Bend, OR | Schnitzer High Desert Award | $147,825 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $104,763,173 | $11,807,521 | $35,411,592 | $8,249,628 |
| 2023 | $85,787,092 | $13,116,100 | $5,367,617 | $3,706,752 |
| 2022 | $75,367,354 | $7,711,813 | $4,466,541 | $1,751,591 |
Filing type: 990T.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $104,763,173 | $85,787,092 | $75,367,354 |
| Revenue | $11,807,521 | $13,116,100 | $7,711,813 |
| Expenses | $35,411,592 | $5,367,617 | $4,466,541 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $9,159,704 | $4,457,634 | $3,099,565 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,683,627 | $1,958,333 | $919,152 |
| Distributable Amount | $4,062,895 | $3,411,481 | $2,992,513 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jordan D. Schnitzer as executive director and president; Jeffrey F. Nudelman as secretary; Keith Rozgo as treasurer; Arielle Schnitzer and Audria Schnitzer as directors and vice presidents; and Nancy Frisch as a director. Eric Rosenfeld is listed as a director beginning January 23, 2024. The filing also lists Jordan Novinger and Tandilyn Cain as vice presidents of tax, with their terms ending in 2024, and Brian Mattocks as vice president of tax beginning October 1, 2024.
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care is led by Jordan D. Schnitzer, Executive Director & President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jordan D. Schnitzer
Executive Director & President
Director & President → Executive Director & President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Arielle Schnitzer
Director & Vice President
Director → Director & Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Audria Schnitzer
Director & Vice President
Director → Director & Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Frisch
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Rosenfeld
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey F. Nudelman
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jordan Novinger
Vice President & Tax
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Rozgo
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tandilyn Cain
Vice President & Tax
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian Mattocks
Vice President & Tax
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Renee Dockweiler (2020–2023) — Vice President & Tax
- Former: Arielle Schntizer (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Audria Schntizer (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Barbara Hall (2020–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Cameron Davis (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Contact
Mailing address: 1121 Sw Salmon 500, Portland, OR 97205
Phone: (503) 242-2900
Website: https://schnitzercare.org
Frequently asked questions about The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care
How much does The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care give each year?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care gave $8.2M across 245 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $3.7M across 189 grants.
What is The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's typical grant size?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's median grant in 2024 was $6,056, and its average grant was $33,672, across 245 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care give grants?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care gives mostly in Oregon: 72% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (13%) and California (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (138 grants), Palm Springs, CA (11 grants), Astoria, OR (9 grants) and Palm Desert, CA (8 grants).
Does The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care give general operating support?
Yes: 15% of The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (36 of 245) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Matching Gifts" (158 grants), "Art Exhibition Support" (9 grants) and "Performance Support" (3 grants).
Who are The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's largest grantees?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's largest 2024 grantees include Catlin Gabel School ($2,020,272 across 3 grants), PSU Foundation ($993,383 across 2 grants) and Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) ($985,499), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care reported $104.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $9.2M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care fund?
The foundation’s stated aim is to support activities that enhance quality of life. Its initiatives are described as strategic investments made in collaboration with leading institutions, including in education, health care, social services, and arts and culture. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check schnitzercare.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's EIN?
The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Care's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1159884. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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