Pelz Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Pelz Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,151 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $325 and the largest $18,681. 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$40,151
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$325
- Largest grant$18,681
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,187 the year before.
64% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,262 | 20 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $200,187 | 25 | $946,499 |
| 2025 | $40,151 | 20 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Pelz Family Foundation Inc 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 Pelz Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 17 | $39,001 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $400 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Isreal Ner Tamid | Program support | $18,681 |
| Milwaukee College Prep | Program support | $5,000 |
| Chabad on Campus - Milwaukee | Program support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Museum Milwaukee | Program support | $4,300 |
| Individual | Program support | $3,365 |
| St Thomas More High School | Program support | $500 |
| Rohr Chabad House | Program support | $500 |
| Mim | Program support | $500 |
| Individual | Program support | $400 |
| Individual | Program support | $400 |
| National Ms Society | Program support | $250 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Program support | $250 |
| Charles E Kubly Foundation | Program support | $200 |
| Jewish Family Services | Program support | $180 |
| Individual | Program support | $125 |
| Individual | Program support | $100 |
| Individual | Program support | $100 |
| Individual | Program support | $100 |
| Individual | Program support | $100 |
| Individual | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry Pelz
- Marilyn Pelz
- Jason Pelz
- David Pelz
- Mara Lappin
- Daniel Pelz
Questions people ask
Does Pelz Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pelz Family Foundation Inc give?
$40,151 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $325.
Who runs Pelz Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry Pelz (President), Marilyn Pelz (Secretary), Jason Pelz (Director) and David Pelz (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Pelz Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.