Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant

The Schumann Fund for New Jersey Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on affordable housing, early childhood education, and child welfare. With a commitment to fostering economic mobility and healthy communities, the Fund emphasizes collaboration and effective resource utilization. This initiative aims to create lasting positive change in social and educational services for vulnerable populations.

Program Priorities
The Schumann Fund for New Jersey is a tax-exempt, private foundation, incorporated as a corporation not for pecuniary profit under the laws of the State of New Jersey.
Schumann Fund program priorities fall into three categories:
Affordable homes & healthy communities: Foster affordable homes, economic mobility, and healthy, resilient communities for children and families.Early childhood & education: Support low-income children and families of color to thrive through opportunities in early childhood development and youth education.Child welfare & youth justice: Advance reforms in systems affecting children and youth, such as the child welfare, juvenile justice, and immigration systems, to support racial equity and youth justice.
We support organizations engaged in a range of complementary strategies, including:

• Organized and engaged communitiesEffective programs that center low-income children and families of colorEquitable public policy

Eligibility

Nonprofit charitable organizations that are exempt from federal taxes under section 501(c) (3) of the IRS Revenue Code can apply for grant.