The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation is a private foundation in Gates Mills, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $561,187 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $258,159. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$561,187
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$258,159
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $609,591 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $609,591 | 17 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $561,187 | 17 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Walter & Jean Kalberer 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 Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 15 | $546,687 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of the Western Reserve | Charitable | $258,159 |
| Cleveland Playhouse | Charitable | $111,014 |
| Piano Cleveland | Charitable | $101,014 |
| Holden Forests & Gardens | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Maltz Museum | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Cleveland Zoological Society | Charitablecharitable | $10,000 |
| Peo Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Institute of Art | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Center for Arts-Inspired Learning | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cleveland School of the Arts | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friends of Breakthrough Schools | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Near West Theater | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University Circle Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Cleveland Metroparks | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Gates Mills Land Conservancy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Cleveland Institute of Music | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwenn S Winkhaus
- Christa K Goodell
- Lisa R Kalberer
- Lori J Kalberer
Questions people ask
Does The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation give?
$561,187 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gwenn S Winkhaus (Trustee/President/Treasurer), Christa K Goodell (Trustee/Vice-President), Lisa R Kalberer (Trustee/Secretary) and Lori J Kalberer (Trustee).
What does The Walter & Jean Kalberer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.