Ellen Bracken Wiese Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ellen Bracken Wiese Foundation is a private foundation in Independence, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$62,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $85,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $101,500 | 6 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $62,500 | 5 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Ellen Bracken Wiese 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 2 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bond Between | General support | $25,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Propel Nonprofits | General support | $10,000 |
| Curls on the Block | General support | $7,500 |
| Blood Cancer United | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen B Wiese
- Kyleen Wiese
- Bradley Wiese
Questions people ask
Does Ellen Bracken Wiese Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ellen Bracken Wiese Foundation give?
$62,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ellen Bracken Wiese Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen B Wiese (President), Kyleen Wiese (VP and Secretary) and Bradley Wiese (Treasurer).