Wentz Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Wentz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ransom Canyon, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $573,210 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,400 and the largest $370,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$573,210
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,400
- Largest grant$370,000
- Assets$461,199
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $343,200 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 | $441,720 | 24 | $916,201 |
| 2024 | $343,200 | 23 | $932,345 |
| 2025 | $573,210 | 23 | $461,199 |
How to apply
| Contact | Wentz Family Fndn Board 2 S Lakeshore Dr, Ransom Canyon, TX 79366-2412 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (915) 759-2412 |
| What to submit | Submit to the board |
| Deadlines | None at this time |
| Restrictions | Grants to organizations wentz family foundation makes grants only to organizations which are exempt under section 501 (c)(3) of the internal revenue code, or which have foreign charitable equivalency status. Grants to individuals wentz family foundation (the "foundation") anticipates that it may from time to time make grants to individuals in the form of scholarships or special objective grants to assist grantees in furthering their religious education. |
What Wentz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $499,590 |
| Florida | 4 | $27,520 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $17,400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,400 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,400 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,400 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Point Community Church | Christian ministry | $370,000 |
| Trinity Christian School Foundation | Tuition and basketball camp | $59,000 |
| Parkridge | Clinic support and charity event | $49,500 |
| Pioneers | Missionary sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry | Christian evangelism | $17,400 |
| Artists for Community Transform Builders of Israel | Missionary sponsorship | $12,400 |
| Unpack Ministries | Christian ministry | $8,500 |
| Young Life | Christian minstry and missionaries | $5,200 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Christian missionary support | $5,000 |
| Lubbock Impact | Christian ministry | $5,000 |
| Redeemer Church of Lubbock | Mission trips | $4,840 |
| Chosen People Ministries | Christian evangelism | $2,400 |
| Corrie Ten Boom Fellowship Inc DBA Jerusalem Prayer Team | Support prayer teams | $1,200 |
| Focus on the Family | Christian ministry | $1,200 |
| Messiah for Israel | Christian ministry | $1,200 |
| Wycliffe Associates | Bible translation | $1,200 |
| GHB3 Boom Ministries | Christian ministry | $1,000 |
| Heritage House Inc | Holiday event | $1,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Bible translation | $720 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | College outreach | $600 |
| Alliance Church | Christian missions | $500 |
| Family Promise of Lubbock | Minister to the homeless | $250 |
| United States Holocaust Musuem | Holocaust education | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- C Edwin Wentz
- Lisa Wentz
- Garrett Wentz
- Parker Wentz
- Tucker Wentz
- Breklyn Wentz Buchanan
Questions people ask
Does Wentz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None at this time.
How much does Wentz Family Foundation give?
$573,210 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,400.
Who runs Wentz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C Edwin Wentz (President), Lisa Wentz (Sec/Treas), Garrett Wentz (Director) and Parker Wentz (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wentz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.