The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,100 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$214,100
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $176,150 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,045 | 46 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $176,150 | 42 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $214,100 | 45 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation 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.
What The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 16 | $73,500 |
| Utah | 10 | $48,500 |
| California | 6 | $20,100 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $12,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $8,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $7,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | Disaster relief | $12,000 |
| All Hands & Hearts Volunteers | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Camp Perkins | Religious | $10,000 |
| Canyonlands Watershed Council | Education | $10,000 |
| Organization for Advancement of Afgham Women | Community services | $10,000 |
| Waterford School Campaign | Education | $10,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | Community services | $8,000 |
| Care | Cancer research | $8,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Veteran support | $8,000 |
| China Services Venture | Religious | $7,000 |
| Community Nursing Foundation | Community services | $7,000 |
| Desert Foothills Land Trust | Environmental and conservation | $7,000 |
| Honor Health Foundation | Cancer research | $7,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | Cancer research | $7,000 |
| Light of the Desert Lutheran Church | Religious | $7,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Scottsdale | Cancer research | $7,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Education | $7,000 |
| Hillbrook School | Education | $6,600 |
| Cares Foundation SLCC | Education | $6,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Research, education, and public policy | $6,000 |
| Arizona Music Fest | Arts | $5,000 |
| McDowell Sonoran Conservancy | Environmental and conservation | $5,000 |
| Peninsula Open Space Trust | Environmental and conservation | $5,000 |
| Utah Symphonyutah Opera | Arts | $5,000 |
| Real Options | Community services | $4,000 |
| Elevate Phoenix | Community services | $3,000 |
| Fresh Start Women's Foundation | Community services | $3,000 |
| Mad in America Foundation | Mental health research | $3,000 |
| Starry Foundation | Sensory processing disorder support | $3,000 |
| San Fransisco Symphony | Arts | $2,500 |
| Echoes of Eden | Environmental and animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Gun Owners Foundation | Constitutional rights | $2,000 |
| American Health Legal Foundation | Research, education, and public policy | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough Silicon Valley | Education | $1,000 |
| Chamber Music Society Salt Lake City | Arts | $1,000 |
| Glen Canyon Institute | Environmental and conservation | $1,000 |
| Health Freedom Defense Fund | Community services | $1,000 |
| Mission of Mercy | Community services | $1,000 |
| Musical Instrument Museum | Arts | $1,000 |
| Waste Less Solutions | Community services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Moeller
- Brita Sieve
- Shere Brunjes
- William C Moeller
Questions people ask
Does The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation give?
$214,100 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Moeller (Director), Brita Sieve (Director), Shere Brunjes (Director) and William C Moeller (Director).
What does The William and Joanne Moeller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.