Edelweiss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edelweiss Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Blanc, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $11,000. 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$71,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,050 the year before.
75% 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 | $46,500 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $110,050 | 18 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $71,500 | 16 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Edelweiss 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 Edelweiss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan. It also paid $5,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $63,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whaley Children's Center | General operating expense | $11,000 |
| Families and Children Together | General operating expense | $10,000 |
| United Way of Flint Michigan | General operating expense | $10,000 |
| The Harley Foundation | General operating expense | $5,500 |
| Crime Stopper of Flint & Genesee County | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| Islamic Council of America | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Church | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| The Point Lookout Memorial Fund | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General operating expense | $3,000 |
| Charlie's Forever Farm | General operating expense | $3,000 |
| Assoc Builders & Contractors of SE Michigan | General operating expense | $2,500 |
| Humane Society | General operating expense | $2,000 |
| Young Life Camp | General operating expense | $1,500 |
| Cancer Alliance Help & Hope | General operating expense | $1,000 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | General operating expense | $1,000 |
| Foutch Baseball Inc | General operating expense | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Fleckenstein
- Andrew Fleckenstein
- Ashley Fleckenstein
- Dan Holley
Questions people ask
Does Edelweiss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edelweiss Foundation give?
$71,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Edelweiss Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Fleckenstein (President), Andrew Fleckenstein (Secretary/Treasurer), Ashley Fleckenstein (Trustee) and Dan Holley (Trustee).
What does Edelweiss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and faith communities.