Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Desert, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$154,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $206,000 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $206,000 | 25 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $154,000 | 22 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Raymond R & Martha G Wernig 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 Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $89,500 |
| Ohio | 7 | $28,500 |
| California | 5 | $16,750 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $4,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Supports homeless in collier cty | $50,000 |
| Guadalupe Center | Education | $30,000 |
| Agape Ministry | Food pantry for homeless | $10,000 |
| Stan Hywet Gardens | Educational/cultural enrichment | $10,000 |
| St John Neumann Hs | Roman catholic hs in naples | $7,500 |
| Valley Lutheran Church | Lutheran parish in chagrin falls | $6,000 |
| Martha's Village & Kitchen | Supports homeless/coachello valley | $5,000 |
| Read With Me | Tutoring literacy skills | $5,000 |
| Armed Services YMCA Pendleton | Military family assistance | $4,500 |
| Holy Rosary | Health-related projects | $4,500 |
| Emergency Assistance Ctr | Emergency assist. To those in need | $3,500 |
| The City Mission | Provides services to the homeless | $3,500 |
| Grace House | Roman cathlic parish | $2,000 |
| Oak Clinic | Treatment and support ms patients | $2,000 |
| St Jude | Children research hospital | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Honor/empower wounded military | $2,000 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries | Provides services to the homeless | $1,500 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | Child gun violence protection | $1,250 |
| St Louis Catholic School | Grade school scholarship program | $1,250 |
| YMCA Camp Pendleton | Military family assistance | $1,250 |
| Shoes That Fit | Provide children shoes | $1,000 |
| St Sebastion Parish Foundation | Trappist monastery | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie R Wernig
- Charles M Wernig
- Maria W Elfrink
- R Mark Wernig
Questions people ask
Does Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation give?
$154,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephanie R Wernig (Chairman), Charles M Wernig (Vice Chairma), Maria W Elfrink (Secretary) and R Mark Wernig (Board Member).
What does Raymond R & Martha G Wernig Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, education and faith communities.