Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund
Wilmette, Illinois · EIN 364170236 · Private foundation
Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.7M in annual giving against $64.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 613 grants for Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund funds
Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund's giving carries a documented focus on education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Univ of Illinois Urbana EDUCATION | Champaign, IL | $537K | 2024 |
| University of Illinois EDUCATION | Champaign, IL | $512K | 2020 |
| Univ of Illinois Urbana EDUCATION | Champaign, IL | $474K | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund
Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at wentcherfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund
- Does Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund accept grant applications?
- Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund fund?
- Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Univ of Illinois Urbana, University of Illinois. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund give in grants?
- Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund reported $2.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $16.6M over 613 grants.
- Where is Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund located?
- Ernest Wentcher Educational Fund is based in Wilmette, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 364170236.
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