Private foundation · EIN 39-6695585 · Naples, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Karen J Glanert Charitable Tr

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 35 grants paid, $300K total, median $5,000. 20% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
35
$300K
Median grant
$5,000
Stays in FL
20%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$6.2M

Grants paid in 2025

35 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Make-A-WishWauwatosa, WITo grant wishes to children with critcal illnesses$30K
Milwaukee Public MuseumMilwaukee, WITo inspire curiosity, excite minds, and increase desire to preserve and protect our world's natural and cultural diversity through exhibiti…$25K
Coastal Commons at Cypress CoveFort Myers, FLUnrestricted general charitable purpose$25K
Childrens Hospital ColoradoAurora, COFor assistance to sick children$15K
National Sports Center for the DisabledWinter Park, COTo provide therapeutic recreation, competition and adaptive sports for children and adults with disabilities$10K
Soldiers Best FriendPeoria, AZTo help veterans living with combat-related post traumatic stress disorder$10K
Patriots Service DogsBelleview, FLTo train quality service dogs for military veterans struggling with mobility, ptsd, and mst$10K
Rawhide Boys RanchNew London, WIUnrestricted general charitable purpose$10K
Samartians PurseBoone, NCUnrestricted general charitable purpose$10K
Lutheran Church Charities LLC K9 Comfort Dog MinistryAddison, ILTo have k-9 comfort dogs serve every day in the community in which they are placed and are deployed in times of disaster and crisis to brin…$10K
Grand Foundation-Sturtevant, WIUnrestricted general charitable purpose$10K
Harry Chapin Food BankFort Myers, FLTo provide food assitance to indigent families$10K
Valerie's HouseFort Myers, FLTo help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives$10K
Denver Rescue MissionDenver, COTo serve the needs of the homeless and needy$10K
Gulf Coast Humane SocietyFort Myers, FLTo provide shelter and care for homeless animals$10K
Milwaukee Rescue MissionMilwaukee, WIGeneral charitable purpose$10K
Lee County Homeless CoalitionFort Myers, FLTo provide assistance to the homeless$10K
Wildfire Firefighter FoundationBoise, IDUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Never Say Never PlaylandDelavan, WIUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Mikerowe WorksSanta Monica, CAUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Turning PointHenderson, NCUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Friends of Kafika HouseSan Francisco, CAUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Caruso Family CharitiesLakewood, COUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
The Inclusive BeanRacine, WIUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Grand Fire ProtectionGranby, COTo provide fire safety$5,000
Food Bank of the RockiesDenver, COUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Dolly's Imagination LibrarySevierville, TNUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Collin Farrel FoundationEncino, CAUnrestricted general charitable purpose$5,000
Canine Companions for IndependenceOrlando, FLFor assistance to people with disabilities$3,000
American Indian College FundDenver, COFor assistance to indigent families$3,000
Metro CaringDenver, COTo provide food to indigent families.$3,000
World Food ProgramWashington, WAUnrestricted general charitable purpose$3,000
Mile High United WayDenver, COTo provde affordable housing and basic needs to indigent families.$3,000
Denver Botanic GardensDenver, COTo connect people with plants$2,500
University of ColoradoBoulder, COUnrestricted general charitable purpose$2,500

By state: Wisconsin 7 · Florida 7 · Colorado 11 · North Carolina 2 · California 3 · Arizona 1

About this foundation

Karen J Glanert Charitable Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Naples, Florida, administered in care of Hbk, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Karen J Glanert Charitable Tr accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Karen J Glanert Charitable Tr give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $300K across 35 grants, a median of $5,000.

Where does Karen J Glanert Charitable Tr give?

Wisconsin (7 grants), Florida (7 grants), Colorado (11 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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