Herbert C Wenske Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert C Wenske Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$121,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $111,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $138,500 | 14 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $111,000 | 11 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $121,500 | 16 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Herbert C Wenske 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 Herbert C Wenske Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $114,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Les Turner ALS Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| North Shore Congregation Israel | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| A Safe Place | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| A Silver Lining Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Elyssa's Mission | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Brain Tumor | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Autism Speaks | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Community Partners for Affordable Housing | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Chicago Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| After Schoool Matters | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Loren R Stone President
Questions people ask
Does Herbert C Wenske Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert C Wenske Foundation give?
$121,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Herbert C Wenske Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Loren R Stone President (Secretary Treasurer & Sole Director).
What does Herbert C Wenske Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.