Lutz Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lutz Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $299,250 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$299,250
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $251,097 the year before.
25% 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 | $225,000 | 7 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $251,097 | 13 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $299,250 | 8 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Lutz Family Charitable Trust 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 Lutz Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $99,250 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $95,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Voice | Support special needs summer camp and fund families requiring technology assistance | $100,000 |
| Venice Theatre | Support theatre's mission of being the arts, education and entertainment leader in south sarasota county | $89,250 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Support of the 2025 christmas fantasy house | $55,000 |
| Betty Brinn Childrens Museum | Support of 2026 fork farms programming | $20,000 |
| Divine Savior Holy Angels High Scho | Support of annual fund | $10,000 |
| Volunteers for A Beautiful Hartford | Support of holiday lights project | $10,000 |
| Arts Alliance of Lemon Bay | Support of arts & artists in englewood | $10,000 |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | Environmental protection of great lakes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy L Dulak
- Michael G Lutz
- Sherri A Lutz
Questions people ask
Does Lutz Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lutz Family Charitable Trust give?
$299,250 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Lutz Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wendy L Dulak (Trustee), Michael G Lutz (Trustee) and Sherri A Lutz (Trustee).
What does Lutz Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.