Wieland Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wieland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$24,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$576,758
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,000 the year before.
7% 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 | $23,500 | 16 | $491,917 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 19 | $516,344 |
| 2025 | $24,000 | 15 | $576,758 |
How to apply
Wieland 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 Wieland Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $19,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WTTW | General contribution | $2,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Monmouth College | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Kids Above All | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Children's Place Association | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Bright Point | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Bear Necessities | General contribution | $2,000 |
| World Widlife Fund | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General contribution | $1,000 |
| New Beginnings | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Ann & Robert Lurie Children's Hos | General contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren Jerome
- Melissa A Wieland
- Ann Lynn Newton Wieland
Questions people ask
Does Wieland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wieland Family Foundation give?
$24,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Wieland Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lauren Jerome (Vice Preside), Melissa A Wieland (President) and Ann Lynn Newton Wieland (Secretary).
What does Wieland Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.