Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $244,050 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$244,050
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$100,614
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 6 | $343,398 |
| 2025 | $244,050 | 12 | $100,614 |
How to apply
Michael & Laura Werner 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 Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $107,500 |
| New York | 5 | $61,550 |
| Illinois | 3 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Springs Art Museum | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $105,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $27,550 |
| Brandeis University Development | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Chicago Council on Global Affairs | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $18,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Magen David Adom | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Werner
- Laura Werner
- Margot Werner
Questions people ask
Does Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation give?
$244,050 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Werner (President), Laura Werner (Vice President) and Margot Werner (Secretary and Treasurer).
What does Michael & Laura Werner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.