The Wilmes Family Charitable Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 46-1620511 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$180K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$3.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archdiocese of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | United catholic appeal | $50,000 |
| Archdiocese of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | Legacy gala | $25,000 |
| St Christopher Parish | Indianapolis, IN | Operating | $25,000 |
| Bishop Simon Brute College Seminary | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Saint Meinrad School of Theology | St Meinrad, IN | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Washington, DC | Open outdoors for kids | $10,000 |
| Aoii Foundation | Brentwood, TN | Delta rho scholarship | $5,000 |
| First Book | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $180,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $110,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349102647
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1620511
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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