Weigle Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weigle Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bettendorf, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,955 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $32,125. 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$84,955
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$32,125
- Assets$336,505
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,944 the year before.
42% 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 | $64,875 | 19 | $328,768 |
| 2024 | $69,944 | 36 | $375,655 |
| 2025 | $84,955 | 19 | $336,505 |
How to apply
Weigle 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 Weigle Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 8 | $47,025 |
| California | 4 | $15,675 |
| Illinois | 3 | $14,355 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Emanuel | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $32,125 |
| QC Golf Classic Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $14,100 |
| United Way QC | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Palm Springs Opera Guild | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $5,525 |
| Palm Springs Pathfinders | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| Human Rights Campaign Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Friends of Philharmonic | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $4,650 |
| Friends Academy | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $2,500 |
| First Tee of the Quad Cities | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $1,400 |
| Jewish Federation of the QC | Unrestricted contribution | $1,250 |
| River Bend Food Resovior | Unrestricted contribution | $1,000 |
| Bettendorf Public Library Fndn | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $500 |
| Overflow 912 | Unrestricted contribution | $500 |
| Crop Walk Davenport IA | Unrestricted contribution | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Unrestricted contribution | $300 |
| CASI Davenport | Unrestricted contribution | $250 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted contribution | $220 |
| Dear Jack Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $100 |
| Northwestern University | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | $35 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Weigle
- Joan W McGee
- Jonathan H Weigle
- Benjamin J Weigle
Questions people ask
Does Weigle Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weigle Family Foundation give?
$84,955 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Weigle Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David B Weigle (Manager), Joan W McGee (Manager), Jonathan H Weigle (Manager) and Benjamin J Weigle (Manager).
What does Weigle Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.