Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Michigan City, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $199,659 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 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$199,659
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $228,813 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $245,442 | 26 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $228,813 | 27 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $199,659 | 25 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Peoples Charitable 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.
What Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 25 | $199,659 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cole Center Family YMCA | Annual campaign | $25,000 |
| Dekalb County YMCA | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Jam Center | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $23,659 |
| Auburn Cord Duesenberg Auto Museum | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Natmus | Contribution | $15,000 |
| St Martins Healthcare Inc | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Alliance Industries | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Hearten House | Contribution | $6,000 |
| Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Serenity House Inc | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Shelter Ministries | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Dekalb County Council of Aging | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Kate's Kart Inc | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Walther Cancer Institute | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Ball State University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Children First Center | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Indiana University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Trine University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of St Francis | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Iupui | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Ivy Tech Community College | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Purdue University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maurice F Winkler III
- Douglas D Marsh
- Erica Dekko
Questions people ask
Does Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$199,659 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Maurice F Winkler III (Vp/Treasurer), Douglas D Marsh (Director) and Erica Dekko (Director).
What does Peoples Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.