Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Auburn, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$578,817
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $125,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 1 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 5 | $578,817 |
How to apply
Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $1.4 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Dekalb County | Operating Support | $1.4 million |
| Inspiration Ministries | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Huntington University | Operating support | $1,250 |
| Garret American Legion | Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Leukemia Foundation | Operating Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cindy R Fetter
- Matthew J Fetter
Questions people ask
Does Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Matthew J and Cindy R Fetter Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Cindy R Fetter (Vice President) and Matthew J Fetter (President).