Wenwach Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wenwach Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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$78,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
6% 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 | $56,000 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $78,000 | 17 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Wenwach 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 Wenwach Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $7,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Association of Metropolitan Was | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| American University | to support the Hot Jazz Saturday Night and the Big Broadcast Sunday Night | $7,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| It Takes A Village Ministry Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| DC Abortion Fund | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Death With Dignity National Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Service Dogs of Virginia Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Center for A New Culture | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,000 |
| Neads Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Warrior Canine Connection Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trus | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Heifer Project International | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Marys Center for Maternal and Child Care Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Street Sense Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendie L Wachtel
Questions people ask
Does Wenwach Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wenwach Foundation give?
$78,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Wenwach Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wendie L Wachtel (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Wenwach Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and veterans.