Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation is a private foundation in Lincolnshire, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,272 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $23,292. 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$63,272
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$23,292
- Assets$168,308
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,640 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,530 | 17 | $214,574 |
| 2024 | $16,640 | 16 | $213,778 |
| 2025 | $63,272 | 15 | $168,308 |
How to apply
Bruce D and Tammy H Werner 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 Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $27,892 |
| Illinois | 8 | $23,080 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,600 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $23,292 |
| Fuente Latina | General support | $7,200 |
| Temple Beth El | General support | $7,200 |
| Jewish United Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Idf | General support | $3,600 |
| Hillel | General support | $3,600 |
| Magen David Adom | General support | $3,600 |
| The Ark | General support | $2,500 |
| Northwestern Medical Foundation | General support | $1,800 |
| Spertus Institute | General support | $1,800 |
| Birthright Israel | General support | $1,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Stand With US | General support | $1,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | General support | $500 |
| Wfmt-Fine Arts Radio | General support | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce D Werner
- Amy Werner
- Hillary Werner
- Elise Werner Frost
Questions people ask
Does Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation give?
$63,272 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce D Werner (President), Amy Werner (Vice President), Hillary Werner (Vice President) and Elise Werner Frost (Assistant Vice President).
What does Bruce D and Tammy H Werner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.