The Schmeeckle Private Foundation Grants

The Schmeeckle Private Foundation Grants aim to enrich lives in Martin County, Minnesota, by supporting initiatives in early childhood education, resources for the elderly and disabled, and enhancing arts opportunities. The foundation honors Juanita Ellen Schmeeckle's legacy by providing matching grants to 501(c)(3) organizations, ensuring that local communities thrive through innovation and collaboration. This commitment to social betterment fosters a brighter future for all residents.

Enriching lives through innovation and creative collaborationServing Martin County, Minnesota
The Schmeeckle Private Foundation is a family foundation serving Martin County, Minnesota. The Foundation is carrying on the legacy of long-time Martin County resident Juanita Ellen (Teubner) Schmeeckle to provide grants for the betterment of Martin Count
Early Childhood Care and Education
The Schmeeckle Foundation is focusing grant funds on affordable child care, affordable pre-kindergarten education, and educational programs for students.
Disabled and Elderly
The Schmeeckle Foundation is also focusing grant funds to help the elderly with resources and programs to support their well-being.
In addition, The Schmeeckle Foundation is focusing grant funds to help ensure the disabled in need have the resources available to assist them so they will have access to high quality programs that empower them to make their way productively and creatively in their communities.
Arts
The Schmeeckle Foundation is focusing grant funds to enhance the Arts opportunities in Martin County ensuring future generations living in Martin County will have even greater places and resources to live and raise a family.

Eligibility

Matching grants will be awarded to organizations with 501(c)(3) status who serve the communities located in Martin County.  A match is required on all grants.