Arthur J Schmitt Foundation
Historical FunderNorthbrook, Illinois · EIN 36-2217999 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $65,000 and $80,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ARTHUR J SCHMITT FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2007, NORTHBROOK IL 600652007 |
| Form and materials | LETTER, CONDENSED REQUEST AND SUPPORT MATERIAL |
| Deadlines | QUARTERLY MEETINGS ON AWARDS. |
| Restrictions | NONE, YET MOST AWARDS ARE IN THE IMMEDIATE CHICAGO METROPOLITAN AREA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
15% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $80,000 |
| Link Unlimited | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $80,000 |
| Loyola University | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $80,000 |
| Marquette University | Milwaukee, WI | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $80,000 |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $75,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend, IN | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $75,000 |
| High Sight | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $70,000 |
| Benedictine University | Niles, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $65,000 |
| Dominican University | River Forest, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $65,000 |
| University of St Francis | Joliet, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $65,000 |
| University of St Xavier | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $65,000 |
| Lewis University | Romeoville, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $60,000 |
| Loyola University Arrupe College | Chicago, IL | Student Scholarships & leadership development | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $880,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $850,000 | 13 |
| 2022 | $840,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611039349101206
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-2217999
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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