Thomas L James and Olga Schmidlin Foundation
Historical FunderNicasio, California · EIN 84-4161345 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $11,000 and $11,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THOMAS L JAMES |
|---|---|
| Address | 35 Camino Margarita, Nicasio CA 94946 |
| Phone | 4156622296 |
| jamesandschmidlinfoundation@gmail.com | |
| Form and materials | Application can be requested from the above address. |
| Deadlines | June 1 2026 |
| Restrictions | Applicant must a have no parent who graduated from college b reside in northern Marin County. |
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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autistry Studios | San Rafael, CA | Facilitate education of individuals on the autism spectrum | $11,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,000 | 1 |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 1 |
| 2023 | $9,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600639349100000
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-4161345
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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