Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation is a private foundation in Manheim, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $299,400 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,100 and the largest $90,600. 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$299,400
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,100
- Largest grant$90,600
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 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 | $0 | 0 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 12 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $299,400 | 12 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade 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 Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $284,300 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvary Church | Program general support | $90,600 |
| Water Street Ministries | Program general support | $32,800 |
| Lancaster Bible College | Program general support | $30,200 |
| Friendship Community Ministries | Program general support | $27,600 |
| Align Life Ministries | Program general support | $15,100 |
| American Diabetes Assoc | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Hope International | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Hospice & Community Care | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Manheim Central Fdn for Educational Enrichment | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Manheim Farm Show | Program general support | $15,100 |
| Farm & Home Foundation | Program general support | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Y Fisher Until 102025
- Wilmer D Esbenshade
Questions people ask
Does Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation give?
$299,400 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,100.
Who runs Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah Y Fisher Until 102025 (Trustee) and Wilmer D Esbenshade (Trustee).
What does Wilmer and Shirley Esbenshade Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.