Wirtz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wirtz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Port Huron, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,914 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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$18,914
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,112 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 | $5,725 | 4 | $8,924 |
| 2024 | $16,112 | 7 | $0 |
| 2025 | $18,914 | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
Wirtz 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 Wirtz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $4,970 |
| Michigan | 4 | $4,100 |
| New York | 1 | $2,244 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Night Watch | General fund | $5,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Project | General fund | $2,244 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General fund | $2,200 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | General purpose | $2,200 |
| Folds of Honor | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hurricane Melissa Fd-United Way Mia | General fund | $2,000 |
| Bailey Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | General fund | $770 |
| Spinehope Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Port Huron Northern Football | General fund | $500 |
| Vna Hospice Foundation | General fund | $400 |
| Turning Point USA | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John O Wirtz
- John W Wirtz II
- Jason T Wirtz
Questions people ask
Does Wirtz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wirtz Family Foundation give?
$18,914 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Wirtz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John O Wirtz (President), John W Wirtz II (Secretary) and Jason T Wirtz (Vice Pres).
What does Wirtz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.