Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $255,500 the year before.
34% 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 | $291,500 | 30 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $255,500 | 27 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 35 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust 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 Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $95,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $78,000 |
| Colorado | 11 | $64,000 |
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make-A-Wish | To grant wishes to children with critcal illnesses | $30,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum | To inspire curiosity, excite minds, and increase desire to preserve and protect our world's natural and cultural diversity through exhibitions, educational programs, collections, and research. | $25,000 |
| Coastal Commons at Cypress Cove | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Colorado | For assistance to sick children | $15,000 |
| National Sports Center for the Disabled | To provide therapeutic recreation, competition and adaptive sports for children and adults with disabilities | $10,000 |
| Soldiers Best Friend | To help veterans living with combat-related post traumatic stress disorder | $10,000 |
| Patriots Service Dogs | To train quality service dogs for military veterans struggling with mobility, ptsd, and mst | $10,000 |
| Rawhide Boys Ranch | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Samartians Purse | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Church Charities LLC K9 Comfort Dog Ministry | To have k-9 comfort dogs serve every day in the community in which they are placed and are deployed in times of disaster and crisis to bring comfort to all those affected, including first responders and the volunteers who serve them. | $10,000 |
| Grand Foundation- | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | To provide food assitance to indigent families | $10,000 |
| Valerie's House | To help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives | $10,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | To serve the needs of the homeless and needy | $10,000 |
| Gulf Coast Humane Society | To provide shelter and care for homeless animals | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Lee County Homeless Coalition | To provide assistance to the homeless | $10,000 |
| Wildfire Firefighter Foundation | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Never Say Never Playland | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Mikerowe Works | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Turning Point | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Friends of Kafika House | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Caruso Family Charities | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| The Inclusive Bean | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Grand Fire Protection | To provide fire safety | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Dolly's Imagination Library | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Collin Farrel Foundation | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | For assistance to people with disabilities | $3,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | For assistance to indigent families | $3,000 |
| Metro Caring | To provide food to indigent families. | $3,000 |
| World Food Program | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Mile High United Way | To provde affordable housing and basic needs to indigent families. | $3,000 |
| Denver Botanic Gardens | To connect people with plants | $2,500 |
| University of Colorado | Unrestricted general charitable purpose | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen J Glanert
- Jennifer G Callahan
Questions people ask
Does Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen J Glanert (Trustee) and Jennifer G Callahan (Trustee).
What does Karen J Glanert Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and housing and homelessness.