Karl and Mildred Niekamp Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderWheeling, West Virginia · EIN 20-2790169 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ROBERT J KRALL |
|---|---|
| Address | 83 Edgington Lane, Wheeling WV 26003 |
| Phone | 3042422300 |
| rkrall@hmhy.com | |
| Form and materials | ALL APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHOULD BE MADE BY COMPLETING THE KARL AND MILDRED NIEKAMP CHARITABLE FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION FORM, WHICH CAN BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE FOUNDATION SECRETARY (SEE PART XV, LINE 2(A)). THE APPLICATION FORM REQUESTS VARIOUS INFORMATION AND MATERIALS, INCLUDING GENERAL INFORMATION RELATING TO THE ORGANIZATION. |
| Deadlines | No. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS MADE BY THE FOUNDATION SHALL BE MADE FOR THE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF CHARITABLE PURPOSES HOWEVER PREFERENCE SHALL BE AFFORDED TO QUALIFYING ORGANIZATIONS AND USES LOCATED IN MARSHALL COUNTY WEST VIRGINIA |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside West Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strand Theatre Preservation Society | Moundsville, WV | Fire Curtain Replacement | $51,500 |
| Moundsville Marshall CO Library | Moundsville, WV | Microfilm Digitization Project and computers | $38,500 |
| Cameron High School | Moundsville, WV | Student Assistance Fund and AP Tests | $20,000 |
| Marshall County Historical Society | Glen Dale, WV | Visitor Center RepairsCockayne House | $20,000 |
| Simpson United Methodist Church | Moundsville, WV | Feeding Body & Soul Kitchen | $15,000 |
| John Marshall High School | Moundsville, WV | Monarch Tidings Performance | $10,000 |
| Wheeling Symphony | Wheeling, WV | Young Peoples Concert | $5,000 |
| Center McMechen Elementary | Mcmechen, WV | Student Assistance Fund | $5,000 |
| Sherrard Middle School | Wheeling, WV | Student Assistance Fund | $5,000 |
| McNinch Primary School | Moundsville, WV | Student assistance fund | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $175,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $167,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $174,500 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620599349100202
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2790169
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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