Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indio, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$46,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,500 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,950 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $49,500 | 13 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $46,500 | 13 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Gerald & Dorothy Volm 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.
What Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 8 | $29,500 |
| Idaho | 2 | $9,500 |
| California | 2 | $5,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Langlade County | Community assistance | $10,000 |
| Mount Olive Lutheran Church | Religious | $10,000 |
| Putts for Pearl | Community assitance | $8,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Coachella Valley | Community assitance | $5,000 |
| Peace Lutheran Church | Religious | $4,000 |
| Red Robin Scholarship Fdn Inc | Community promotion & education | $2,000 |
| Kent Island Methodist Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| Individual | Community assitance | $1,500 |
| The Giving Tree of Langlade County | Community promotion | $1,000 |
| St Peters Lutheran Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Antigo Elk Lodge | Community assitance | $1,000 |
| All Saints Catholic School | Educational & religious | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Community assitance | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William P Volm
- Robert A Hilger
- Cynthia L Hilger
Questions people ask
Does Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc give?
$46,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William P Volm (President), Robert A Hilger (Vice President) and Cynthia L Hilger (Treasurer/Secre).
What does Gerald & Dorothy Volm Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.