Wheeler Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wheeler Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $231,279 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$231,279
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2024 was up from $113,010 the year before.
76% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.2 million | 9 | $14.8 million |
| 2023 | $113,010 | 10 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $231,279 | 21 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
Wheeler Family 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 Wheeler Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 10 | $133,629 |
| California | 2 | $32,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,650 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Pointe Church | Capital fund | $40,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Hurricane helene relief | $30,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane helene relief | $30,000 |
| Say Detroit | Community supportcity of detroit | $25,000 |
| Pan Equus Animal Sanctuary | Animal rescue | $20,000 |
| Detroit Cristo Rey High School | General fundfor college prepeducation | $20,000 |
| Nechama | Hurricane helene relief | $15,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank of SE Michigan | Hunger assistance | $10,619 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen | Support services for the needy | $10,000 |
| Vail Christian School Inc | Teacher awards | $6,000 |
| Fellowship Matters Inc | Hunger assistance | $5,000 |
| Moms for America Inc | Education | $2,650 |
| St Annes Mead | Capital fund | $2,510 |
| Penrickton Center for Blind Children | Support for the visually impaired | $2,500 |
| The Arc Dearborn | Support for people with developmental disabilities | $2,500 |
| Meals on Wheels America | Meals for needy | $2,500 |
| Brookline Labrador Retriever Rescue Inc | Labrador rescue | $2,500 |
| Foundation for Prader-Willi Research | Research for prader-williand schaaf-yangsyndromes | $2,500 |
| Passion 4 Paws | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation-Michigan Chapter | Research | $500 |
| United Relief for Haiti Inc | Haiti relief | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert T Howard
- Douglas S Soifer
- Margaret M Bargardi
- Thomas R Wheeler
- Lisa Huzella
- Morgan A Batz
- Thomas M Huzella
- Gannon Wheeler
- TMW Enterprises Inc
Questions people ask
Does Wheeler Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wheeler Family Foundation Inc give?
$231,279 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wheeler Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert T Howard (Vice Pres.), Douglas S Soifer (Vice Pres./Treasurer), Margaret M Bargardi (Secretary) and Thomas R Wheeler (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Wheeler Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and education.