Wendel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wendel Family Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,855 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$21,855
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was down from $58,500 the year before.
86% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,250 | 4 | $464,576 |
| 2024 | $58,500 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $21,855 | 7 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Wendel 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 Wendel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $13,540 |
| Michigan | 2 | $4,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,815 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Easterseals Midwest | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Life for Life Academy | General purpose | $5,000 |
| American Vision of Hope | General purpose | $3,815 |
| Saugatuck Douglas History Center | General purpose | $2,500 |
| STL Shakespeare Festival | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Saugatuck Center for the Arts | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Pedal the Cause | General purpose | $1,040 |
Officers and trustees
- Marian Nunn
Questions people ask
Does Wendel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wendel Family Foundation give?
$21,855 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Wendel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marian Nunn (Director).
What does Wendel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.