Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation is a private foundation, based in Fairfax, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $159K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 1 grant totaling $2K.
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation at a glance
In short: Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation gave $2K across 1 grant in 2026 (avg $2K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $1,500
- -89.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 1
- -50.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $1,500
- -78.8% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $159,157
- -13.8% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Bayonne Badgers ($2K).
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 7 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2026 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation gives
- Giving fell 79% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $2K (2026) to $14K (2025). In 2026 it made 1 grant totaling $2K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bayonne Badgers Bayonne, NJ | Cash Donation | $1,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $159,157 | $883 | $26,144 | $1,500 | 1 | $26,144 | $1,509 |
| 2025 | $184,715 | $67,348 | $47,293 | $14,128 | 2 | $47,293 | $1,785 |
| 2024 | $171,932 | $71,201 | $53,427 | $6,500 | 2 | $53,427 | $2,205 |
| 2023 | $146,886 | $40,000 | $46,150 | $7,000 | 2 | $46,150 | $1,070 |
| 2022 | $153,036 | $185,138 | $41,102 | — | — | $41,102 | $653 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation is led by James Osborne, President & Treasurer since 2026 (on filings since 2022); all 4 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
James Osborne
President & Treasurer
Treasurer → President & Treasurer, 2026
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
$4K (2022) → $3K (2026)
Karyn Smarz
Director
On filings since 2025
5 hrs/week
$3K (2025) → $4K (2026)
Steven Kubrak
Director
On filings since 2025
5 hrs/week
$3K (2025) → $4K (2026)
Neil Barton
Secretary
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
$4K (2022) → $4K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Stanley A. Lipinski (2022–2025) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $4K, to Neil Barton (Secretary). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation
How much does Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation give each year?
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation gave $2K across 1 grant in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $14K across 2 grants.
How large is Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation?
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation reported $159K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $26K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
Where does Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation operate?
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation has awarded grants in New Jersey, Virginia.
What is Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation's EIN?
Dr Walter J Wiechetek Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-1832486. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2025
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