Makers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Makers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cave Creek, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,117 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,367 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$30,117
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,367
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $32,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,500 | 12 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $30,117 | 5 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Makers Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 2 | $12,500 |
| Arizona | 2 | $12,250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,367 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland Fire Department | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $9,750 |
| FM3 Performance Marketing | Cars n cones donation | $5,367 |
| Reed Whitney Racing | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bret Voelkel
- Sharon Voelkel
Questions people ask
Does Makers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Makers Foundation Inc give?
$30,117 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,367.
Who runs Makers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Bret Voelkel (President/Director) and Sharon Voelkel (Vice President/Director).