The Wessel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wessel Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$328,786
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,600 the year before.
0% 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 | $9,600 | 4 | $181,364 |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 3 | $328,786 |
How to apply
The Wessel 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 The Wessel Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 3 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ursuline Academy | educational institution | $10,000 |
| Notre Dame Middle School | educational institution | $1,000 |
| Marian Middle School | educational institution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Scott Wessel
- Kathleen M Wessel
- Jennifer A Kriner
- Amy A Corbin
Questions people ask
Does The Wessel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wessel Foundation give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Wessel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Scott Wessel (President), Kathleen M Wessel (Secretary/Treasurer), Jennifer A Kriner (V.P. of Public Relations) and Amy A Corbin (V.P. of Operations).
What does The Wessel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.