Enhancing Lives through Charitable Giving Grant

Enhancing Lives through Charitable Giving Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation
Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Summary

The Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation, established in 1977, is dedicated to enhancing lives through charitable giving. It supports diverse programs in human services, education, Jewish causes, health, performing arts, scientific research, and animal advocacy. While primarily focused on organizations in the U.S., it also funds global initiatives. Grant requests are reviewed thoroughly, with a preference for program development and project support over general operating expenses, ensuring a significant impact on communities.

Overview

NOTE: The Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Board meets 4–6 times a year. Grants submitted, with all necessary documentation, will be considered at the next scheduled board meeting following receipt. 1977, the Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation has focused on charitable giving. Because we value the importance of enhancing and improving the lives of others, the Foundation supports diverse programs in the fields of human services, education, Jewish causes, health, performing arts, scientific research and animal advocacy. While most of the organizations we support are in the United States, some of the programs provide support throughout the world. We review every request submitted and make our decision after diligent and thoughtful consideration. Most grants awarded are for program development or specific project support as opposed to general operating expenses.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. While most of the organizations we support are in the United States, some of the programs provide support throughout the world.Most grants awarded are for program development or specific project support as opposed to general operating expenses.Program funding is done mainly in the New York and southern California areas.Your grant request must include: A copy of the company’s 501 (c)(3) letterMost recent audited financial statementsA statement indicating that all Board members contribute financially to the organization

Ineligibility

We do not make grants or loans to individuals. As philanthropists, we recognize that it is not possible to fund every project.