William C Meier Foundation Ima
Accepts applications
William C Meier Foundation Ima is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,001 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $23,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$145,001
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $157,655 the year before.
53% 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 | $121,500 | 18 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $157,655 | 23 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $145,001 | 20 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David K Meier 5398 Woodfield Drive, Carmel, IN 46033 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 581-0301 |
| What to submit | Letter containing information on submitting organization and purpose of requested funds |
| Restrictions | No grants to individuals or for debt retirement. |
What William C Meier Foundation Ima funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $52,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $40,500 |
| Indiana | 6 | $23,066 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,435 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Preistly Fraternity St Peter Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary | General support | $23,000 |
| Life Point Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Erie | General support | $10,000 |
| Westside Christian Academy | Building fund, tuition | $10,000 |
| Tougaloo College | General support | $10,000 |
| In Step With Horses | General support | $10,000 |
| Same As U Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Chesterton Academy of Akron | General support | $10,000 |
| Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance | General support | $10,000 |
| Steelers Charities | General support | $7,500 |
| St Jude's Research Hospital | General support | $7,500 |
| Carmel Clay Education Fdn Inc | General support | $7,329 |
| Camp - Career Apprenticeship and Mentorship Program Inc | General support | $7,000 |
| The Gathering Place | General support | $5,000 |
| St Augustine Home Guild Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Independence Academy | General support | $1,737 |
| Independence Academy | General support | $1,435 |
| Lolin Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Pelotonia | General support | $500 |
| Little Sister of the Poor | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David K Meier
- Jennifer S Meier
Questions people ask
Does William C Meier Foundation Ima accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William C Meier Foundation Ima give?
$145,001 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs William C Meier Foundation Ima?
Its 2025 filing lists David K Meier (President/Treasurer) and Jennifer S Meier (Secretary).
What does William C Meier Foundation Ima fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.