Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $560,275 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $266,825. 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$560,275
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$266,825
- Assets$14.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $300,000 | 10 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $560,275 | 6 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
Richard A Busemeyer Atheist 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 Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $281,825 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $260,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $8,450 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Centre for EdTech Impact (WiKIT) | payment for setup of competition through WIKIT | $266,825 |
| Unlocking Communities | empower local entrepreneurs with | $260,000 |
| STTE Foundation | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Nogales | Nodo A hub linking educational contexts, decision-makers, and learning tools | $15,000 |
| Enactus | Program Support | $10,000 |
| KKIS Inc | First Generation Peer-to-Peer College Guidance in the Rieviera Maya | $8,450 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Wettack
- Daniel Busemeyer
- Jeffery Busemeyer
- Michael Busemeyer
Questions people ask
Does Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation give?
$560,275 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Wettack (President), Daniel Busemeyer (Chair), Jeffery Busemeyer (Treasurer) and Michael Busemeyer (Secretary).
What does Richard A Busemeyer Atheist Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.