William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $29,500. 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$161,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$29,500
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $208,100 the year before.
4% of its 2025 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 | $156,100 | 26 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $208,100 | 26 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $161,500 | 24 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family 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 William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 7 | $83,500 |
| Missouri | 6 | $44,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $9,500 |
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest | Health and human services | $29,500 |
| Lutheran Family & Children's Services | To help families, children, and individuals experience greater hope and wholeness of life through jesus christ | $27,000 |
| Christ the Lord Lutheran Church | To foster christian fellowship and love and extend a helping hand to those in need | $20,500 |
| Salvation Army of Phoenix | To provide support to the community | $15,500 |
| Missouri Military Academy | Scholarship foundation | $10,000 |
| Stealing Hearts Rescue | To provide care for animals in the shelter | $10,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | To save and improve lives in the poorest parts of the world | $7,500 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | To honor the sacrifice of firefighter stephen siller who laid down his life to save others on 9/11/2001 | $5,000 |
| US Vets | To provide support to veterans in phoenix, az | $5,000 |
| Arizona Christian School Tuition Organization Inc | Scholarships for the navajo christion preparatory academy | $3,000 |
| Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission Inc | Mission and school for native americans | $3,000 |
| Hazelden Philanthropy - Betty Ford Foundation | To provide support for mental health | $2,500 |
| Active Minds | School programs with a focus on mental health in young adults nationwide | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To provide international health care | $2,000 |
| Feeding America | Nationwide food bank network | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships/ financial assistance to children of fallen soldiers and disabled veterans | $2,000 |
| Foothills Caring Corps | Promote independence and enhance quality of life for homebound residents in the community. | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | Provide veterinary care & rescue and rehabilitate animals to place in permanent homes | $2,000 |
| National Park Trust | To provide support to the national parks | $2,000 |
| Operartion Food Search | To provide support for food for the needy | $2,000 |
| Outreach International | International assistance to community leaders to find solutions for health care, education and poverty | $2,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Literacy services and programs for children | $2,000 |
| The Hunger Project | International food bank network, education in farming and sustainability | $2,000 |
| Robert Soper Foundation | Honor the life of rob by providing support of those pursuing trade-based career and orgs to become better fathers | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy L Besember
- Douglas P Besemer
- Amanda Olsen
- Michael Besemer
Questions people ask
Does William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation give?
$161,500 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy L Besember (Co-Trustee), Douglas P Besemer (Co-Trustee), Amanda Olsen (Co-Trustee) and Michael Besemer (Co-Trustee).
What does William F and Mary Louise Wischmeyer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and health.