Duchess Award
Jack and Nan Schwemm believed strongly in the fundamental responsibility of people to act toward each other with respect and compassion and it is only with this strong sense of ethics and decency that communities can thrive. And it goes without saying that those standards should be even higher for people working in business, politics, and public service.
The Foundation trustees are sad and frustrated at the level of disrespect, animosity, and ethical devolution that has arisen in our country, and the overall degeneration of discourse and tolerance in recent years.
In response, and in following what we believe would have been Jack and Nan’s desires, the Schwemm Family Foundation has established a direct grant program to support efforts that combat systemic inequality, promote inclusive civic engagement, and foster fairness, decency and opportunity throughout communities.