Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc is a private foundation based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Its most recent filing on record is for 2019, with no filings since; it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc at a glance
In short: Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc gave $105K across 26 grants in 2019 (avg $4K), top state California. Source: 2019 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2019)
- $104,988
- Grants made (2019)
- 26
- Average grant
- $4,038
- Median grant
- $4,038
- Total assets
- $2,625,687
- Primary geography
- California (27% of itemized 2019 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2019 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2019; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
On its 2018 filing, the foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This is a statement from an earlier filing, not current application guidance.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6325 S Rainbow Blvd Ste 300, Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: (888) 730-4933
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2019
The largest 2019 recipient was American Bible Society ($4K). Together the top 10 received $40K.
Grant Size Distribution
26 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 26 grants of 26 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2019 grant dollars were distributed across multiple states. The largest recipient-state shares were California (27%), Colorado (12%), Nebraska (12%), Pennsylvania (8%), and Oklahoma (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2019 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2019 it made 26 grants totaling $105K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Bible Society Philadelphia, PA | General Operating | $4,038 |
| World Literature Crusade Colorado Springs, CO | General Operating | $4,038 |
| International Prison Ministry Inc Santee, CA | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Freedoms Foundation Valley Forge, PA | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Bill Pearce Associates Incorporated Rockford, IL | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Jack Van Impe Ministries Rochester Hills, MI | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Charlotte, NC | General Operating | $4,038 |
| International Lutheran Layman's League Saint Louis, MO | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Lowell Lundstrom Ministries Inc Lakeville, MN | General Operating | $4,038 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $4,038 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,625,687 | $96,588 | $150,523 | $104,988 | 26 | $58,567 | $154,414 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc reported a distributable amount of $154K for 2019 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the fund itself is provided. Its 2019 grants show support for organizations with varied Christian religious and educational work. For example, American Bible Society describes its mission as making the Bible available in accessible languages and formats; Nebraska Wesleyan University describes itself as an academic community dedicated to intellectual and personal growth in a Christian-concern context. Other grantees describe work including Christian prison ministry, Scripture education, Christian publications for people who are legally blind, and religious radio programming.
Grantmaking
In 2019, the fund made 26 grants totaling $104,988. Each listed grant was $4,038. Recipients included American Bible Society, World Literature Crusade, International Prison Ministry Inc, and Nebraska Wesleyan University, each receiving $4,038. The grant to Nebraska Wesleyan University was for scholarships; the other cited grants were for general operating support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2019 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank NA as trustee.
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's only listed officer is Wells Fargo Bank NA, Trustee on the 2019 filing (compensated).
Officers on the 2019 filing
Wells Fargo Bank NA
Trustee
New on the 2019 filing
1 hr/week
$41K (2019)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2019 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2019 filing was $41K, to Wells Fargo Bank NA (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc
How much does Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc give each year?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc gave $105K across 26 grants in 2019, according to its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's typical grant size?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's median grant in 2019 was $4,038, and its average grant was $4,038, across 26 grants on its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc give grants?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's top state is California, with 27% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (12%) and Nebraska (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lincoln, NE (3 grants), Colorado Springs, CO (2 grants) and Irvine, CA (2 grants).
Does Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 96% of Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's 2019 grants with a stated purpose (25 of 26) were for general or operating support, per its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's largest grantees?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's largest 2019 grantees include American Bible Society ($4,038), World Literature Crusade ($4,038) and International Prison Ministry Inc ($4,038), according to its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 12% of its itemized 2019 grant dollars.
How large is Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc reported $2.6M in total assets on its 2019 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $97K.
What does Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc fund?
No mission statement for the fund itself is provided. Its 2019 grants show support for organizations with varied Christian religious and educational work. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc?
On its 2018 filing, the foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2019, Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc reported a distributable amount of $154K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's EIN?
Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-0789126. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019.
Does Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 11, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2019
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