Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $524,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$524,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $502,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $502,000 | 13 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $524,000 | 12 | $15.4 million |
How to apply
Velma Neiman Charitable 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 Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 11 | $499,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis University High School | General educational purposes | $100,000 |
| DeSmet Jesuit High School | General educational purposes | $100,000 |
| Christ the King Catholic Grade School | General educational purposes | $54,000 |
| Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School | General educational purposes | $50,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Parish School | General educational purposes | $50,000 |
| St Joseph's Academy | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| St Louis Zoo Association | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| Radio Amateur Satellite Corp | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| Cor Jesu Academy | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| The Immacolata Catholic Church | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Foundation | General educational purposes | $25,000 |
| All Secure Foundation | General educational purposes | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter L Wittenberg
Questions people ask
Does Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation give?
$524,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter L Wittenberg (Trustee).
What does Velma Neiman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.