Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bonita Springs, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $159,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $56,000. 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$159,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$56,000
- Assets$211,781
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $96,000 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $117,000 | 7 | $185,059 |
| 2023 | $96,000 | 7 | $59,540 |
| 2024 | $159,000 | 8 | $211,781 |
How to apply
Wayne L Laufer Charitable 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 Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $56,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $35,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $26,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $22,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | Educational assistance grants | $56,000 |
| University of Kansas | Educational assistance grants | $26,000 |
| Lawrence Technological University | Educational assistance grants | $22,000 |
| Washington University | Educational assistance grants | $20,000 |
| Purdue University | Educational assistance grants | $10,000 |
| University of Arkansas | Education assistance grants | $10,000 |
| University of Illinois | Educational assistance grants | $10,000 |
| Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Educational assistance grants | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne L Laufer
- Bradley W Laufer
- Gayle M Laufer
- Brandie L Ettinger
Questions people ask
Does Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$159,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Wayne L Laufer (President; Director), Bradley W Laufer (Vice President; Director), Gayle M Laufer (Secretary; Treasurer; Director) and Brandie L Ettinger (Director).
What does Wayne L Laufer Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.