Wake Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wake Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Seward, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $256,437 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $256,437 and the largest $256,437. 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$256,437
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$256,437
- Largest grant$256,437
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $224,895 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 | $268,522 | 1 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $224,895 | 1 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $256,437 | 1 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Wake 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $256,437 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Statement | See attached statement | $256,437 |
Officers and trustees
- James S Wake
- Max T Wake
Questions people ask
Does Wake Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wake Charitable Foundation give?
$256,437 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $256,437.
Who runs Wake Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James S Wake (President/Secretary) and Max T Wake (Vice President).