Schaefer Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyEast Lansing, Michigan · EIN 47-5337983 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $24,688.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
40% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican University | River Forest, MI | Funding scholarships | $30,000 |
| Church of Resurrection | Lansing, MI | Charity | $24,688 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Balimore, MD | Aid refugees | $6,000 |
| Coar Peace Mission | Wickliffe, OH | For care and housing of children in el salvador | $6,000 |
| University Christian Outreach | E Lansing, MI | Christian outreach to students on campus | $5,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($22,384). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,072 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed May 8, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202411299349102566
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-5337983
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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