Hesemeyer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hesemeyer Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $172,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $17,200 and the largest $60,200. 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$172,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$17,200
- Largest grant$60,200
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $200,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $200,000 | 7 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $172,000 | 7 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Hesemeyer 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 Hesemeyer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 5 | $137,600 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,800 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Lutheran Church | General operating | $60,200 |
| Lutheran Life Villages | General operating | $34,400 |
| Ablelight Inc | General operating | $25,800 |
| Taylor University | General operating | $17,200 |
| Concordia Theological Seminary | General operating | $17,200 |
| Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana | General operating | $8,600 |
| International Lutheran Laymans Leag | General operating | $8,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Hesemeyer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hesemeyer Foundation give?
$172,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $17,200.
Who runs Hesemeyer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Hesemeyer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.