Wegner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wegner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Shelburne, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$296,771
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $100,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $110,000 | 6 | $229,006 |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 5 | $258,586 |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 6 | $296,771 |
How to apply
Wegner 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 Wegner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 2 | $35,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $30,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Conservancy in Kansas | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Audubon Vermont | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Kidsafe Collaborative | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Simsbury Land Trust | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | General purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Wegner
- Meleda W Lowry
- Elisabeth Wegner
Questions people ask
Does Wegner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wegner Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Wegner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Wegner (Trustee), Meleda W Lowry (Trustee) and Elisabeth Wegner (Trustee).
What does Wegner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.