Foellinger Foundation Employee Directory
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesIndiana, United States11-50 Employees
Foellinger Foundation is a private charitable organization based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, that awards grants intended to benefit residents of Fort Wayne and Allen County. Operating within the philanthropy sector, it supports community initiatives and programs that align with the goal of fostering self-reliant citizens. Its grantmaking emphasizes local civic involvement and the well-being of the broader community. Founded in 1958 by Helene R. Foellinger and Esther A. Foellinger, the foundation was established to carry forward the family’s tradition of civic engagement. Through gifts and bequests, it developed into a permanent philanthropic endowment by 1987, with ongoing grantmaking reflecting the family’s interest in community self-reliance. In 2023, the organization named Sarah Strimmenos as president and CEO, marking a leadership transition.