Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation is a private foundation in Blaine, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.1 million and the largest $2.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.1 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.1 million
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $90,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $90,000 | 1 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Wolfe and Gita Churg 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 Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $2.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Education | $2.1 million |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Andrew Churg
- Joanne Wright
- Charles Chromow
Questions people ask
Does Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.1 million.
Who runs Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Andrew Churg (Managing Trustee), Joanne Wright (Trustee) and Charles Chromow (Trustee).
What does Wolfe and Gita Churg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.