John M Wolff Foundation
Accepts applications
John M Wolff Foundation is a private foundation in Clayton, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $55,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$260,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $211,420 | 9 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 10 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 8 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Brad Landsbaum the Commerce Trust 8000 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (314) 746-3971 |
| What to submit | Letter and material explaining the charitable organization |
| Deadlines | October 1st of each year |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 6 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $45,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban League | General operations | $55,000 |
| St Louis Area Foodbank | General operations | $45,000 |
| Rebuilding Together | General operations | $45,000 |
| Vacancy Collaborative | General operations | $45,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of St Louis | General operations | $25,000 |
| Bethesda Health Group | General operations | $20,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | General operations | $15,000 |
| Wesley House | General operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Commerce Trust
- Michael R Wolff
Questions people ask
Does John M Wolff Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: October 1st of each year.
How much does John M Wolff Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs John M Wolff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Commerce Trust (Co-Trustee) and Michael R Wolff (Co-Trustee).