Wenger Foundation
Historical FunderWayzata, Minnesota · EIN 41-1436658 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $37,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | WENDY WENGER DANKEY |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2, CRYSTAL BAY MN 55323 |
| Phone | 9524713667 |
| Form and materials | ANY FORM |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GENERALLY LIMITED TO PUBLIC CHARITIES |
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
40% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | San Francisco, CA | Transfer of funds to newly created daf to finalize the dissolution of the wenger foundation | $12,490,724 |
| Owatonna Arts Center Foundation | Owatonna, MN | Assist operations | $37,000 |
| Harry Wenger Marching Band Festival Inc | Owatonna, MN | Assist operations | $20,000 |
| Little Theatre of Owatonna | Owatonna, MN | Assist operations | $10,000 |
| Newman Student Award-Asa | Melville, NY | Assist operations | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,562,724 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Apr 4, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202440949349100429
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1436658
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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