The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $2.5 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$14.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $0 | 0 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 20 | $15.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 2 | $14.1 million |
How to apply
The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger 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 Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 2 | $2.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UNLV - Little Rebel Expansion | General Support | $2.5 million |
| Three Square | General Support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Constance D Wolzinger
- Jean Anne Johnson
- Donald Johnson
- Tracy Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs The Mel & Ruth Wolzinger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Constance D Wolzinger (President), Jean Anne Johnson (Vice President), Donald Johnson (Treasurer) and Tracy Johnson (Secretary).