Wenaweser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wenaweser Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,300 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $700 and the largest $10,000. 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$62,300
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$700
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$440,266
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,523 the year before.
18% 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 | $39,900 | 28 | $469,060 |
| 2024 | $55,523 | 37 | $435,678 |
| 2025 | $62,300 | 39 | $440,266 |
How to apply
Wenaweser 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 Wenaweser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $53,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $1,900 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,600 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,200 |
| Kansas | 1 | $500 |
| California | 2 | $400 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $400 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $200 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hopelink | Help fund organization's general operations | $10,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Help fund organization's general operations | $5,000 |
| Treehouse | Help fund organization's general operations | $5,000 |
| Wellspring Family Services | Help fund organization's general operations | $5,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Help fund organization's general operations | $4,000 |
| Vision House | Help fund organization's general operations | $4,000 |
| YWCA | Help fund organization's general operations | $4,000 |
| National Forest Foundation | Help fund organization's general operations | $3,000 |
| Seattle's Union Gospel Mission | Help fund organization's general operations | $3,000 |
| Solid Ground | Help fund organization's general operations | $3,000 |
| Safe Harbor Free Clinic | Help fund organization's general operations | $2,000 |
| Stanwood Camano Food Bank | Help fund organization's general operations | $2,000 |
| Cascade Bicycle Club | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| DRS Without Borders | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| Lawton Elementary PTA | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| Seattle United | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| Washington Trails Association | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| McClure Middle School | Help fund organization's general operations | $1,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | Help fund organization's general operations | $700 |
| March of Dimes | Help fund organization's general operations | $500 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Help fund organization's general operations | $500 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Help fund organization's general operations | $400 |
| Individual | Help fund organization's general operations | $400 |
| Planned Parenthood | Help fund organization's general operations | $300 |
| American Red Cross | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| ASPCA | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Earth Justice | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Guiding Dogs for the Blind | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| National Park Foundation | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| Sierra Club | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Help fund organization's general operations | $200 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission | Help fund organization's general operations | $100 |
| Cascade PBS | Help fund organization's general operations | $100 |
| NDRC | Help fund organization's general operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph C Wenaweser
- Craig K Wenaweser
- Amy J Wenaweser
- Gail R Wenaweser
Questions people ask
Does Wenaweser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wenaweser Foundation give?
$62,300 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $700.
Who runs Wenaweser Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph C Wenaweser (President), Craig K Wenaweser (Vice President), Amy J Wenaweser (Vice President) and Gail R Wenaweser (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Wenaweser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and human services.