The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc is a private foundation in Bel Air, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,671 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,696 and the largest $5,000. 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$40,671
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,696
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was down from $40,855 the year before.
94% 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 | $40,080 | 15 | $0 |
| 2024 | $40,855 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $40,671 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Wiessner Foundation for Children 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 16 | $40,671 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual Assault Spouse Resource | Bedding, car seats, | $5,000 |
| Johnnycake Elementary School | Various supplies | $4,290 |
| North Harford Rec Council | North harford cheerleading | $4,275 |
| Athletes Serving Athletes | 4 baby joggers and | $3,200 |
| Harford County Sheriff's Foundation | Explorer post 6600 | $3,000 |
| Baltimore Jewelry Center Inc | Materials for school workshops | $3,000 |
| Harmer's Town Art Center | Various supplies | $2,915 |
| Mt Zion United Methodist Church | Various supplies | $2,891 |
| Harford County Education Foundation | Books | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Central MD I | Program and support fees and | $2,000 |
| Pville Panthers Inc | Practice jerseys, 2 man sled pads, | $1,900 |
| Baltimore Underground Science Space | Team t-shirts, project banner, | $1,700 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Attach machine | $1,290 |
| Hickory-Fountain Green Rec Council | Team canopy for bench, | $1,225 |
| Baltimore Bays Soccer Club Inc | First aid kits, 18 soccer balls | $770 |
| Girl Scouts of Central Maryland in | Md science center | $715 |
Officers and trustees
- John H Franz Jr
- Jeff Malat
- Bruce C List
- Christine Zurenko
- Loren Heaps
- Daniel Hoyt
- Kaitlin Zarro
- Helen Gegala
- Cheryl Glaeser
- Paula Harris
- Michael Velaetis
Questions people ask
Does The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc give?
$40,671 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,696.
Who runs The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John H Franz Jr (Director), Jeff Malat (President), Bruce C List (Director) and Christine Zurenko (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Wiessner Foundation for Children Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.