Wiedemer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wiedemer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Avon Lake, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$62,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,500 the year before.
73% 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 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $16,500 | 3 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $62,500 | 11 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Wiedemer Family 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 Wiedemer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $45,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association Inc (Gicia) | General fund | $10,000 |
| Julie Billiart Network | General fund | $10,000 |
| Prayers From Maria Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Rocky River Education Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Lakewood Catholic Academy | General fund | $5,000 |
| Saint Ignatius High School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Metro Helath Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Yampa Valley Community Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| YMCA Lakewood | General fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jess A Wiedemer
- Eric Wiedemer
Questions people ask
Does Wiedemer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wiedemer Family Foundation give?
$62,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wiedemer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jess A Wiedemer (Director, President, Treasurer) and Eric Wiedemer (Director, VP, Secretary).
What does Wiedemer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.