Wedner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wedner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $293,275 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $175,000. 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$293,275
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $101,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $101,000 | 5 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $293,275 | 8 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Wedner 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 Wedner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $225,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $42,075 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | To further program services | $175,000 |
| Harvard Business School | To further program services | $50,000 |
| University of Chicago | To further program services | $27,000 |
| Spark Climate Solutions | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Evergreen Climate Innovation | To further program services | $10,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | To further program services | $3,575 |
| Go Green Winnetka | To further program services | $1,500 |
| Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens | To further program services | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcus D Wedner
- Anne T Wedner
- Phil Perelmuter
Questions people ask
Does Wedner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wedner Family Foundation give?
$293,275 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Wedner Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marcus D Wedner (President, Director), Anne T Wedner (Sec., Treasurer, Director) and Phil Perelmuter (Director).
What does Wedner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.