Herbert C Wenske Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmette, Illinois · EIN 36-6055643 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$122K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$6.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Les Turner Als Foundation | Skokie, IL | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| North Shore Congregation Israel | Glencoe, IL | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| A Safe Place | Zion, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Northbrook, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| A Silver Lining Foundation | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago Foundation | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Elyssa's Mission | Northbrook, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | Skokie, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | Highland Park, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Brain Tumor | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Autism Speaks | Boone, IA | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Community Partners for Affordable Housing | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Chicago Center | Lincolnwood, IL | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| After Schoool Matters | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $121,500 | 16 |
| 2024 | $111,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $138,500 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601749349100115
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6055643
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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