Guetz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Guetz Foundation is a private foundation in Wheeler, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $565,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$565,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12.4 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2023 was down from $573,000 the year before.
16% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $573,000 | 30 | $11.4 million |
| 2023 | $565,000 | 32 | $12.4 million |
How to apply
Guetz 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 Guetz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $192,000 |
| New York | 2 | $105,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $48,000 |
| California | 3 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $30,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Challenge Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | General | $100,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Samaratan's Purse | General | $50,000 |
| Preborn Ministries | General | $30,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General | $26,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General | $25,000 |
| College of Golf Fellowship | General | $20,000 |
| Alliance Defense Freedom Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Bay Area Lyme Disease Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Brent Eley Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Highlands Church of Scottsdale | General | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General | $10,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General | $10,000 |
| Limbs for Life | General | $10,000 |
| Mobeetie Volunteer Fire Department | General | $10,000 |
| Prager University | General | $10,000 |
| University of Wyoming Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General | $8,000 |
| K-9'S for Warriors | General | $5,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | General | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | General | $5,000 |
| Wheeler VFD | General | $5,000 |
| Charlie Five | General | $4,000 |
| Journey Church | General | $3,000 |
| Mill City Students | General | $3,000 |
| Restoration Project | General | $3,000 |
| Wheeler Boyscouts | General | $1,000 |
| Wheeler Toys for Tots | General | $1,000 |
| Wheeler Youth Livestock 4-H | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael H Guetz
- Linda Rae Guetz
- Scott Guetz
- Brian Guetz
- Bret Guetz
Questions people ask
Does Guetz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Guetz Foundation give?
$565,000 in tax year 2023, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Guetz Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Michael H Guetz (President), Linda Rae Guetz (Vice-President), Scott Guetz (Secretary) and Brian Guetz (Assistant Vice-President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Guetz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.