Tietjen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tietjen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ballwin, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $515,750 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $329,500. 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$515,750
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$329,500
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was down from $891,750 the year before.
35% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $266,750 | 16 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $891,750 | 15 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $515,750 | 17 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Tietjen Family 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 Tietjen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $341,500 |
| Missouri | 10 | $97,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran School of Theology Chicago | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $329,500 |
| Lutheran High North | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $75,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $65,000 |
| Lutheran Fam & Childrens Service | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $27,000 |
| Opportunity International | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $10,000 |
| Camp Wartburg (Lutheran Fam & Childrens Service) | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $2,000 |
| Central States Synod Evangelical Lutheran Church in America | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $1,000 |
| Crossings | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $1,000 |
| Friends of Lantern Hill | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $1,000 |
| Nurses for Newborns | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $1,000 |
| University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $1,000 |
| Children of Grace | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $500 |
| Gateway 180 Homeless Services | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $500 |
| Wings of Hope | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $500 |
| Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $250 |
| Lutheran Association for Specialized Education (Lase) | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $250 |
| Lutheran Elementary School Association | To further the exempt purpose of the organizaiton | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence J Tietjen
- Christie J Tietjen
- Jessica Tietjen
- Jennifer Tietjen
- Carrie Tietjen
Questions people ask
Does Tietjen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tietjen Family Foundation give?
$515,750 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tietjen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence J Tietjen (President), Christie J Tietjen (Treasurer), Jessica Tietjen (Secretary) and Jennifer Tietjen (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tietjen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.