Wenger Foundation
Accepts applications
Wenger Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2023 it gave $12.6 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $12.5 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$12.6 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$12.5 million
- Assets$0
How to apply
| Contact | Wendy Wenger Dankey PO Box 2, Crystal Bay, MN 55323 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (952) 471-3667 |
| What to submit | Any form |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to public charities |
What Wenger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $12.5 million |
| Minnesota | 3 | $67,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Transfer of funds to newly created daf to finalize the dissolution of the wenger foundation | $12.5 million |
| Owatonna Arts Center Foundation | Assist operations | $37,000 |
| Harry Wenger Marching Band Festival Inc | Assist operations | $20,000 |
| Little Theatre of Owatonna | Assist operations | $10,000 |
| Newman Student Award-Asa | Assist operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Wenger Dankey
- Jerry A Wenger
- Nancy Benjamin
- Kirsten Johnson
- Hanna Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Wenger Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wenger Foundation give?
$12.6 million in tax year 2023, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wenger Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Wendy Wenger Dankey (Executive Director), Jerry A Wenger (President), Nancy Benjamin (Director) and Kirsten Johnson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wenger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.