The Klesse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Klesse Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.7 million and the largest $1.7 million. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.7 million
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7.7 million 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 | $9.5 million | 1 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $7.7 million | 1 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 1 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Klesse 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $1.7 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| (See Statement Attached) | General Charitable Purpose | $1.7 million |
Officers and trustees
- William R Klesse
- Margaret A Klesse
- Laura Klesse
- Julie Klesse Linderman
- Allison Klesse Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Klesse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Klesse Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.7 million.
Who runs The Klesse Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William R Klesse (President/Director), Margaret A Klesse (Secretary/Director), Laura Klesse (Vice President/Director) and Julie Klesse Linderman (Vice President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.