The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 3 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 3 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Todd and Karen Wanek 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 The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute | Gamma Delta 2.0 CAR-T Project and PGC1A CAR-T Project | $1.0 million |
| Sentinel Foundation | General Purpose | $150,000 |
| Tampa Bay Area Chiefs of Police Foundation | General Purpose | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd R Wanek
- Karen A Wanek
- Cameron R Wanek
Questions people ask
Does The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Todd R Wanek (Director), Karen A Wanek (Director) and Cameron R Wanek (Director).
What does The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and community development.