Wisne Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wisne Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Milford, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $171,800 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$171,800
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $106,500 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $106,500 | 13 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $171,800 | 15 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Wisne Charitable 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 Wisne Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $78,300 |
| Michigan | 5 | $77,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $11,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| U of D Jesuit High School & Academy | General | $35,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Project Lift | General | $20,000 |
| Mercy High School | General | $15,000 |
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts | General | $12,500 |
| Dr Phillips Center for Performing Arts | General | $10,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | General | $10,000 |
| Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra | General | $10,000 |
| The University of Findlay | General | $10,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | General | $10,000 |
| Folds of Honor | General | $5,000 |
| Russ Thomas Scholarship Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Martin Health | General | $4,300 |
| Orlando Health Foundation | General | $4,000 |
| The Development of Vietnam Endeavors | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph L Wisne
- Alan L Wisne
- Samuel Lebowski
Questions people ask
Does Wisne Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wisne Charitable Foundation give?
$171,800 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Wisne Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph L Wisne (President/Treas/Director), Alan L Wisne (Director) and Samuel Lebowski (Secretary/Director).
What does Wisne Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.