William A Steele Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
William A Steele Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Windermere, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$310,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $140,000 | 5 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 5 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $310,000 | 6 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Luke S Widmer 2089 Wexford Circle, Wheaton, IL 60189 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 468-9701, lukewidmer@yahoo.com |
| What to submit | Attach mission stmt w/ overview of organization's programs, a description of the project seeking funding for, listing of principal staff, listing of other funding sources, listing of orgs board members, copy of IRS letter determining 501(c)(3) status, a stmt signed by the organization that the status has not been revoked or modified and the org's latest annual IRS form 990 & audit if applicable. |
| Deadlines | April 1 and october 1 |
| Restrictions | See requirements on application form |
What William A Steele Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $210,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando Health Foundation | Provide support by improving the lives of resident | $150,000 |
| Advent Health Foundation | To expand the quality of healthcare in the communi | $50,000 |
| Advent Health Foundation Hendersonv | Expand the quality of health care in the community | $50,000 |
| Dupage Foundation | Support to raise the quality of life in Dupage Co | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater DSM | Support to raise the quality of life in Des Moines | $25,000 |
| Dr Phillips Center for Perform Arts | Making the arts accessible to all people | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Luke S Widmer
- Christopher C Widmer
- Robert L Koller
- Maynard Goff
Questions people ask
Does William A Steele Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 1 and october 1.
How much does William A Steele Foundation Inc give?
$310,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs William A Steele Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Luke S Widmer (Presidentsecretary), Christopher C Widmer (Vice President), Robert L Koller (Treasurer) and Maynard Goff (Director).
What does William A Steele Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.