The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation is a private foundation in Stanton, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,280 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,140 and the largest $15,000. 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$55,280
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,140
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $125,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $83,200 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $125,500 | 5 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $55,280 | 12 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Michael & Lois Wilke 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 Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 10 | $46,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,780 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion McLeod Post No 47 | General operations | $15,000 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | General operations | $10,000 |
| Norfolk Family YMCA | General operations | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operations | $5,000 |
| Briggs & Barrett Project | General operations | $5,000 |
| Children's Hopechest | General operations | $3,780 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General operations | $2,500 |
| RCS Triumph Inc | General operations | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics Nebraska | General operations | $500 |
| Nauw (Norfolk Area United Way) | General operations | $500 |
| Stanton Veterans Memorial | General operations | $300 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars of the 360 | General operations | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett M Wilke
- Jessica A Gall
- Michael J Wilke
- Lois J Wilke
Questions people ask
Does The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation give?
$55,280 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,140.
Who runs The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett M Wilke (Director), Jessica A Gall (Director), Michael J Wilke (Director, President, Treasurer) and Lois J Wilke (Director, Vice President, Secretary).
What does The Michael & Lois Wilke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and youth programs.