Wolters Foundation - the Way
Invitation OnlyMahomet, Illinois · EIN 93-3718242 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,000.
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
55% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church | Mahomet, IL | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,650 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Champaign, IL | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| The Navigators | Colorado Springs, CO | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Catholic Diocese of Peoria | Peoria, IL | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Felines & Canines | Wilmington, DE | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $52 |
| Don Moyers Boys and Girls Club | Champaign, IL | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $0 |
| Foundry Church | Lenexa, KS | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $0 |
| Milo Swan Foundation | Tucson, AZ | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $0 |
| Unbound | Kansas City, KS | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $0 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($9,003). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,705 | 16 |
| 2024 | $10,251 | 9 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349104392
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-3718242
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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